Naked Under the Lights

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Set against the backdrop of the Art Students League in New York City, the story explores the complexities of artistic life and personal relationships. Bert Kossoff, a painting instructor, grapples with his infidelities while his wife, Ruth, defends his actions for their daughter Sonata's sake. At 18, Sonata seeks her identity amid the allure of her father's world but faces betrayal from her artist lover. This leads her to feel exploited, paralleling the experiences of Irene, a nude model, highlighting themes of objectification and the search for self-worth.