Virgil Oldman, an esteemed art expert, takes advantage of people looking to sell their artworks by lying to them about their authenticity. One day, he is called to evaluate the possessions of a woman named Claire, with whom he forms a close bond. As their relationship develops, Virgil falls in love with her and helps her with her phobia. However, he later discovers that Claire, along with his friends, has stolen his art collection. Written by Jadde Josbeth Monreal Burciaga, Yaneli Alejandra Guzmán Jara, and Hansel Román Medina.
Boogie Woogie (2009) is a darkly comedic tale of the art world that explores the lives, desires, and ambitions of a group of eccentric characters. It delves into the intertwining stories of artists, collectors, dealers, and critics, as they navigate through the cutthroat world of fine art, money, and betrayal.
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.
Great Art Explained is a video series that focuses on one piece of art per episode, breaking it down, using clear and concise language free of 'art-speak'.
Andrew Graham-Dixon explores the history of Scandinavia through its art.
Departing from peripheral details of some paintings of the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, a female narrator unravels several stories related to the economic, social and psychological conditions of past and current artists.
A documentary that follows the story of Marla Olmstead, a 4-year-old girl who gains fame and success in the art world for her abstract paintings. However, her talent and success are called into question, leading to controversy, scandal, and backlash. The film explores the complexities of art, family relationships, and the potential exploitation of a child prodigy.
Sister Wendy Beckett takes a journey through the history of art in this ten-part series.
The works of today's most revered talents are set against a provocative, highly amusing commentary track in this celebration of queer art.
A couple of bourgeois intellectuals, Carlo and Silvia, have been married for twenty years. While she lives in their flat in Rome, he spends most of his time in the country house where he writes his books, openly living with his younger lover, Lù. In return, Carlo has long accepted that her wife may have lovers, but her volatile relationship with a young neo-fascist suddenly rekindles his jealousy.
The organization of an art exhibition, the curatorship, the staging of a play, are complex and multidisciplinary practices that demand creativity, research and rigor. This series reflects on the possibilities to carry out these activities.
Sister Wendy Beckett, a cloistered nun and Oxford-educated art scholar, takes an art appreciation tour across America, visiting six major art museums in this 6-hours documentary series from PBS.
China's Van Goghs is a documentary film that explores the lives of Chinese artists who make a living by replicating famous Van Gogh paintings. The film showcases their struggles, dedication, and passion for art as they try to find their own identities in the art world.
This is an interesting look at the Life and Times of car customizer/cartoonist Ed "Big Daddy" Roth. Through the use of many graphically enhanced photographs and "talking" cars, it is a loving look at the car culture in Southern California from the Early 50's to Ed's Passing in 2001.
Einstein on the Beach: The Changing Image of Opera is a documentary that delves into the evolution of opera, exploring its impact on the transformation of art. The film showcases the journey of opera from its traditional roots to a more avant-garde and minimalist style. Through interviews with artists, musicians, and experts, it explores how opera has pushed the boundaries of fine art, theater, and performance. With a focus on the influence of Albert Einstein and the concept of minimalism, the documentary provides a deep insight into the world of opera as an ever-evolving art form.
Mona Lisa Descending a Staircase is an avant-garde animated short film that combines various animation techniques to explore the world of art and self-expression. The film takes inspiration from the iconic painting of Mona Lisa and incorporates elements of surrealism, abstract art, and claymation to create a visually stunning and thought-provoking experience. Through its unique blend of animation styles, the film delves into the metamorphosis of art and the inner world of a painter.
Filmed at the fine art printing studio in Paris, France, and "virtually wordless", it documents the lithographic process.
Andrew Graham-Dixon embarks on his most ambitious journey yet, an exploration of the rich, exciting and diverse art history of the United States of America
A timid painter falls for a charming window arranger but his inexperience, her jealous boyfriend and her sudden disappearance pose romantic challenges.