Movies and TvShows featuring "dutch-painter" theme.

During the aftermath of World War II, a Dutch resistance hero is accused of art forgery and must prove his innocence in a court trial. The film explores themes of collaboration with Nazis, post-war justice, and the power of art.

Tim's Vermeer is a documentary that follows inventor Tim Jenison as he seeks to uncover the secrets behind the techniques used by 17th-century Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer. Through meticulous research and experimentation, Tim attempts to recreate Vermeer's masterpieces using optical devices and camera obscura.

In 1920s Netherlands, a talented painter named Vermeer becomes embroiled in personal and professional challenges when his wife leaves him and he becomes involved in a private sex party. As he navigates the art world and deals with his own infidelities, Vermeer struggles to find his true artistic voice.

A Frenchwoman becomes the prime suspect when her lover is found murdered, and a police inspector uncovers a web of cover-ups and infidelity as he investigates the case. Set in 1950s London, the investigation takes unexpected turns and reveals the dark secrets of the wealthy and privileged. As the truth is unveiled, the Frenchwoman must confront her own past and face the consequences of her actions.

M. C. Escher: Journey to Infinity is a documentary film that delves into the life and artistic journey of the renowned Dutch painter M. C. Escher. It explores his unique blend of mathematics, geometry, and art history, and how his mesmerizing creations continue to captivate audiences with their intricate illusions and mind-bending perspectives. Through interviews, archival footage, and Escher's own writings, the film paints a portrait of an artist who pushed the boundaries of traditional art and became a master of impossible realities. From his early influences and struggles to his worldwide recognition, this documentary offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of M. C. Escher.

The Rijksmuseum and Mauritshuis host an exhibition bringing together Vermeer masterpieces. The museum director and curators give a private tour, sharing new research into Vermeer's artistic process, and motivations for his compositions.

Documentary about the Dutch painter Caspar van Wittel.

Vincent Van Gogh's life was a masterpiece painted with the dueling colors of madness versus genius. However, this inner battle gave birth to some of the greatest works of art known to man. The film traces Van Gogh's journey through the many twists and turns of his tumultuous and exciting life.

Discover the fascinating world of Jan Vermeer's paintings and delve into the mysteries that lie behind the famous pieces of art. This documentary explores the scientific efforts and art restoration behind the scenes, revealing hidden details and the physical altercations undergone by these masterpieces. Follow the journey from Delft, Holland to the art museum in Dresden, Germany as the art experts unravel the secrets of Vermeer's work.

In the 17th century, the Netherlands experienced an unprecedented artistic explosion: painters such as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Hals were so prolific that they were able to make a living from their talent alone; so much so that, within a prosperous society, thanks to wealth from overseas colonies and financial speculation, collecting works of art became a status symbol.

Born in Antwerp in 1577, the young Peter Paul Rubens traveled extensively in Italy, soaking up the artistic achievements of the High Renaissance, and slowly becoming one of the most important Flemish painter of the 17th century. Returning to Flanders, he began a career that combined Renaissance technique with a new boldness of approach towards color and brushwork. His mastery at depicting surface texture can be seen in his religious images commissioned by the Catholic church. But Rubens was undoubtedly a man of the world, a charming individual who worked as a diplomat and whose connections resulted in a great number of portrait commissions. It is these portraits that are, perhaps, the most enduring achievements of a giant of art history.