Last Name, First Name: Kaur, Jasmeen

Name of Course: Hum.:

Course No: HUM 101
Film Review 2

Film Review 2: How Art Made the World - The Day Pictures Were Born

About 35,000 years ago, humans began making pictures and understanding what they

meant. Today, some scientists who study altered states of consciousness suggest this

ability is due to the hard-wiring of the brain. That is, people didn't just one day decide to

invent making pictures, rather it is an innate aspect of being human. Consider the

evidence presented in How Art Made the World - The Day Pictures Were Born, do you

agree or disagree with this claim? Be sure to use strong reasons and examples to

support your response.

In consideration to the evidence presented in How Art Made the World - The Day

Pictures Were Born, I definitely agree that the ability to make pictures and understand

its meaning is an innate aspect of being human, this is due to hard-wiring of the brain to

a very large extent that the basic anatomy of the brain is hardwired in that it will take

place even if there is no electrophysiological activity.

The film presents evidence from different archaeological sites where paintings

were discovered inside the caves. Accordingly, cave paintings were 35,000 years old.

The paintings picture out the animals and everyday scenes. This only shows that

humans back then were already skilled and talented that they can deliberately express

creativity and understanding.

 Common visual language that cuts across cultural boundaries, indicating an

inherent human ability to create and interpret visual representations proves the ability to

create pictures and understand its meaning is innate to being human. The film

investigates how some creative themes and symbols may be found in all societies and

eras. Examples include the representation of the human and animal forms, the use of

color, and perspective in several ancient artworks from many and various cultures.

The film explores how altered states of consciousness, such those brought on by

hallucinogenic drugs or prolonged meditation, might improve creative expression and

observation. This has also been supported by scientists who are studying altered states

of consciousness. This only implies that the potential to produce and comprehend art is

firmly embedded in our neural structure of human beings.

Ancient cave drawings that have survived the test of time show that art has

always been a powerful influence in communities from the beginning of time. These

amazing works of art are evidence of our inborn yearning for symbolic expression and

communication. Because we genuinely accept our humanity and express our

uniqueness via art, it is essential to our existence. Without the vivid hues, entrancing

music, and stimulating sculptures that enhance our lives, who would we be? The

fundamental thing that makes us human is art; it is not merely a luxury. Let's therefore

rejoice in the miracles of art and its capacity to enthrall our senses and spark our souls.