Mr. Bean, an eccentric caretaker at the British national gallery, is sent to Los Angeles to deliver a valuable painting. His arrival causes chaos, and he ends up staying with a curator's family, causing problems in their marriage. Despite being inexperienced, Bean is chosen to give a speech about the painting at the museum's opening conference. Along the way, he gets into various comedic mishaps, including causing a terrorist alert at the airport and accidentally damaging the painting. However, he manages to save the day by replacing the defaced painting with a convincing replica and even saves a life in the process. Ultimately, Bean returns to London, leaving the original defaced painting on his bedroom wall.
Art Attack is a British educational TV show that encourages creativity and explores various art forms through sketches, drawing, painting, and other creative processes. It features a host who guides viewers in creating their own artwork using simple materials and techniques. The show is known for its unique approach of talking to the camera and engaging the audience in fun and interactive art activities.
La Belle Noiseuse is a drama film set in the French countryside. It revolves around the artistic creation of a painter and his relationship with a young female model. The film showcases the deep cleavage between the artist's inhibition and eroticism, as well as the challenges faced in the creative process. Based on a novel, this modern-day adaptation delves into the complexities of a man-woman relationship and the art of painting. With its stunning oil paintings and charcoal drawings, La Belle Noiseuse takes viewers on a provocative journey through the world of art and desire.
Andrei Rublev is a renowned painter in 15th-century Russia. The film depicts his struggle to create art in a time of brutality, exploring themes of spirituality and transcendence. Through the lens of Andrei's life, the film delves into the complexities of religion and creativity. As he faces guilt and seeks atonement, Andrei questions the role of art in a world filled with violence and suffering.
The insatiably curious and headstrong inventor Leonardo da Vinci leaves Italy to join the French court, where he can experiment freely, inventing flying contraptions, incredible machines, and study the human body. There, joined in his adventure by the audacious princess Marguerite, Leonardo will uncover the answer to the ultimate question – "What is the meaning of it all?"
Set in Nazi-occupied France during World War II, 'The Train' tells the story of a train engineer who becomes involved in a plot to steal precious artworks from a museum before they fall into the hands of the Germans. As he navigates through danger and betrayal, he must race against time to save the priceless treasures.
After facing a series of personal and professional failures, Drew Baylor, a shoe designer, contemplates suicide. However, a chance encounter with a flight attendant, Claire Colburn, changes his outlook on life as they embark on a journey of self-discovery, love, and redemption.
Tech billionaire and gambler Jake Foley hosts a high-stakes poker game between childhood friends, offering them the chance to win more money than they've ever dreamed of. However, the evening takes a dark turn when Jake unveils his elaborate plan for revenge, exposing long-held secrets. As the game unfolds, thieves break in, forcing the friends to work together to survive a night of terror.
After a secret meeting on Martha's Vineyard leads to his ruination, a man seeks revenge on a billionaire who insulted him.
In Anamorph, a detective is drawn into a case involving a serial killer who uses optical illusions and artwork to stage his crimes. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he becomes obsessed with solving the puzzle and catching the killer. The movie takes place in New York City and explores themes of art, surrealism, and the dark side of human nature.
Mary Beard gives a personal and provocative take on the nude in Western art, from Ancient Greece to the present. Just why do artists and viewers seem so obsessed by nudity?
Nightwatching (2007) is a biographical drama that follows the story of Rembrandt, a famous Dutch painter. The movie revolves around a mysterious murder and the secrets hidden in Rembrandt's artwork. It explores themes of conspiracy, revenge, and hypocrisy in the 1640s Dutch society. Rembrandt's involvement in a militia group and his relationships with his maid and a high-class woman add complexity to the plot. As the story unfolds, a hidden message in one of Rembrandt's portraits leads to the unraveling of a neighborhood-watch murder mystery.
A woman and her husband become the target of their fertility doctor.
It is a sex education film of sorts dedicated to all forms of human sexuality.
MeTV's cartoon curator Bill and Toony the Tuna host a weekday morning showcase of classic theatrical cartoons, featuring popular characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tom and Jerry, and Popeye the Sailor.
Heaven is a Traffic Jam on the 405 is a documentary that tells the story of Mindy Alper, a talented artist who uses her art as a form of therapy. The film explores her struggles with mental illness, including her battle with depression, anxiety, and a communication disorder. It showcases her unique artistic style and the impact it has on her life and relationships. Through interviews with Mindy, her friends, and her psychotherapist, the documentary offers a deep and intimate portrait of an artist's journey through mental illness and the power of art as a means of expression and healing.
Nick Knowles challenges three talented artists to create beautiful artwork for people they've never met. Our arty trio must try to work out the buyer’s style and taste by snooping around their home, but when the two sides finally do meet, who will win the coveted commission?
A former prosecutor, turned therapist, is haunted by flashbacks from her past when a series of murders begin to occur. With the help of a seasoned police detective, she begins to unravel the mystery and discovers a deadly secret.
In The Hypothesis of the Stolen Painting, a secret society explores the enigma behind a missing painting and uncover a hidden message. The film takes place within a one-day timespan and blends surrealism with avant-garde elements. It delves into themes of artistic creation, conspiracy theories, and the search for meaning.
The Rape of Europa is a documentary that tells the story of the theft and preservation of artwork during World War II. It explores the efforts made to protect cultural heritage from being destroyed or plundered by the Nazis. The film focuses on the courage and determination of art historians and curators who risked their lives to safeguard valuable artwork. It also delves into the aftermath of the war and the ongoing efforts to recover stolen paintings and return them to their rightful owners. With interviews, archival footage, and expert analysis, The Rape of Europa offers a powerful and compelling account of this dark chapter in history.