What defines art and its connection to society? Is its worth measured by how popular it is or by its uniqueness? Is the aim to make money or to convey a personal vision? These are some of the questions explored as we follow the journey of Robert Cenedella, a fiercely independent artist from New York, who has spent decades fighting for creative freedom. As a student, protégé, and friend of the German artist George Grosz, Cenedella now continues Grosz’s artistic legacy in the very classroom where Grosz once taught. By showcasing Cenedella’s resolve to challenge mainstream trends while critiquing their popularity, ART BASTARD offers a humorous, heartfelt, and insightful glimpse into the unconventional mind of a true original.