CinemaOSMovie · 2025 · 0h 10m

Trey Abdella's Miserable Dream

Finding the blessings in disguise

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This short documentary follows artist Trey Abdella as he smashes cherub angels and assembles a new body of work inspired by the idea of a “blessing in disguise.” Reflecting on his childhood in West Virginia and the repulsive allure of theme parks and Americana, Trey invites us into the memories that drive an artistic practice fusing painting, sculpture, and assemblage into bold, inventive, and deeply personal works.

Directed byAndrew Nadkarni

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 10m
Language
EN
Released
December 10, 2025
Studios
Art21By the Creek Productions

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Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring

Trey Abdella

Self

Creative team
Directed by
Andrew Nadkarni
Produced by
Andrea Chung
Andrew Nadkarni

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