A Savage Art: The Life & Cartoons of Pat Oliphant (2025)
Watch Savage Art and Participate in a Q&A with Grant Oliphant — CEO of the Prebys Foundation, narrator of the film, and son of Pat Oliphant
Capacity is limited. Please only RSVP if you are certain you can attend. If your plans change, please cancel your reservation to this FREE, Private event.
About the Movie:
A Savage Art chronicles the life and career of Australian-born, Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist Patrick Oliphant. Oliphant's tenure as an American cartoonist spanned five decades and ten U.S. Presidents. In 1990 The New York Times called Oliphant "the most influential editorial cartoonist now working." The film covers the history and importance of political cartoons in global democracies, as well as the decline in the profession and in the newspaper industry. It also highlights the effects of extreme political partisanship on media and editorial cartooning, and shows how Oliphant used his biting wit, sharp critical eye and masterful drawing skills to take on presidents, popes and the powers that be. (Total Run Time: 1h 27m)
About the Event:
Sponsored by the Prebys Foundation | Shown at Digital Gym Cinema
How does satire challenge power—and why does it matter now more than ever? Join us for a special evening exploring the legacy of Pulitzer Prize–winning political cartoonist Pat Oliphant through a screening of the acclaimed documentary Savage Art.
This gathering brings together members of San Diego’s arts, civic, and creative communities for a powerful film about artistic courage, political commentary, and the enduring role of satire in public life.
Event Schedule:
Arrival & Gathering | 5:00 p.m.
Guests are invited to arrive at 5:00 p.m. for a relaxed welcome. Guests are invited to arrive at 5:00 p.m. for a relaxed welcome. Complimentary popcorn and drinks will be available to create a classic cinema atmosphere as guests settle in.
Film Screening | 5:30 p.m.
The screening of Savage Art will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m.
Conversation Q&A |7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Following the film, Grant Oliphant — CEO of the Prebys Foundation, narrator of the film, and son of Pat Oliphant — will host a brief conversation and audience Q&A reflecting on the film, his father’s legacy, and the role of satire and art in shaping public dialogue.
Watch Savage Art and Participate in a Q&A with Grant Oliphant — CEO of the Prebys Foundation, narrator of the film, and son of Pat Oliphant
Capacity is limited. Please only RSVP if you are certain you can attend. If your plans change, please cancel your reservation to this FREE, Private event.
About the Movie:
A Savage Art chronicles the life and career of Australian-born, Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist Patrick Oliphant. Oliphant's tenure as an American cartoonist spanned five decades and ten U.S. Presidents. In 1990 The New York Times called Oliphant "the most influential editorial cartoonist now working." The film covers the history and importance of political cartoons in global democracies, as well as the decline in the profession and in the newspaper industry. It also highlights the effects of extreme political partisanship on media and editorial cartooning, and shows how Oliphant used his biting wit, sharp critical eye and masterful drawing skills to take on presidents, popes and the powers that be. (Total Run Time: 1h 27m)
About the Event:
Sponsored by the Prebys Foundation | Shown at Digital Gym Cinema
How does satire challenge power—and why does it matter now more than ever? Join us for a special evening exploring the legacy of Pulitzer Prize–winning political cartoonist Pat Oliphant through a screening of the acclaimed documentary Savage Art.
This gathering brings together members of San Diego’s arts, civic, and creative communities for a powerful film about artistic courage, political commentary, and the enduring role of satire in public life.
Event Schedule:
Arrival & Gathering | 5:00 p.m.
Guests are invited to arrive at 5:00 p.m. for a relaxed welcome. Guests are invited to arrive at 5:00 p.m. for a relaxed welcome. Complimentary popcorn and drinks will be available to create a classic cinema atmosphere as guests settle in.
Film Screening | 5:30 p.m.
The screening of Savage Art will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m.
Conversation Q&A |7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Following the film, Grant Oliphant — CEO of the Prebys Foundation, narrator of the film, and son of Pat Oliphant — will host a brief conversation and audience Q&A reflecting on the film, his father’s legacy, and the role of satire and art in shaping public dialogue.
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Highlights
- 3 hours
- In person
Location
Media Arts Center San Diego
1100 Market Street
#3rd Floor San Diego, CA 92101
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Agenda
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Arrival Gathering (Light hors d'oeuvres available)
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Film Screening
The screening of Savage Art will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m.
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Conversation Q&A
Following the film, Grant Oliphant — CEO of the Prebys Foundation, narrator of the film, and son of Pat Oliphant — will host a brief conversation and audience Q&A reflecting on the film, his father’s legacy, and the role of satire and art in shaping public dialogue.