Magical Universe

Filmed over more than ten years, MAGICAL UNIVERSE delves into the life of Al Carbee, an 88-year-old eccentric and solitary outsider artist. Residing in a sprawling house in Maine, Carbee dedicates his time to crafting art, primarily featuring Barbie Dolls in intricate dioramas. This documentary showcases Carbee’s extraordinary artistic creations and his unyielding creative spirit. The narrative unfolds through his unexpected friendship with Jeremy Workman, a filmmaker from New York, who becomes Carbee’s closest confidant and sole connection to the outside world. Beyond merely depicting an unconventional individual, MAGICAL UNIVERSE celebrates wonder, friendship, and the transformative power of creativity, culminating in Carbee’s ultimate success as both an artist and a person.