"Sometimes you have to fight in order to be free." These words spoken by Jared Leto are the heart and soul of this film. ARTIFACT is an amazing account of the thirty million dollar lawsuit brought against Thirty Seconds to Mars by their own record label. It documents the band's highs and lows of trying to make their third studio album 'This Is War' while simultaneously fighting against an antiquated industry for a more fair and balanced contract. This film while very personal, documents the plight of all professional artists. It's smart, informative, brave, powerful, and emotionally raw. Band members Jared Leto, brother Shannon Leto, and Tomo Miličević share feelings of anger and discouragement to moments of humor and ultimately accomplishment and satisfaction. ARTIFACT is a brilliantly told poignant story of optimism that art and commerce can coexist when hard work and the belief in one's self are equally demonstrated. I absolutely loved this film and highly recommend it. While I am a huge fan of the band (an Echelon) and of Jared Leto's acting and film making, you don't have to be a fan to appreciate this film. Provehito In Altum.
Review of Artifact
