Cézanne: Portraits of a Life

Documentary

2018, Movie, 1h 26min

Dedicated to the portrait work of Paul Cézanne, the exhibition opens in Paris before traveling to London and Washington. One cannot appreciate 20th century art without understanding the significance and genius of Paul Cézanne. Filmed at the National Portrait Gallery in London, with additional interviews from experts and curators from MoMA in New York, National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, and Musée d’Orsay in Paris, and correspondence from the artist himself, the film takes audiences to the places Cézanne lived and worked and sheds light on an artist who is perhaps one of the least known and yet most important of all the Impressionists.

Country: United Kingdom

Director:

Phil Grabsky

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This is a film that thoroughly repays careful listening and looking.

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Cézanne: Portraits of a Life is a documentary that delves into the life and work of post-impressionist painter Paul Cézanne. The film explores Cézanne's dedication to portraiture, capturing his family, friends, and even his gardener on canvas. With a focus on his innovative use of color and perspective, the documentary showcases Cézanne's contributions to the development of modern art. Featuring interviews with experts and curators from prominent museums, the film offers a unique perspective on an artist who is often overlooked, yet played a crucial role in shaping the course of art history.

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