My Kid Could Paint That

"My Kid Could Paint That" is a thought-provoking and controversial documentary that explores the rise and fall of four-year-old art prodigy Marla Olmstead. The film, directed by Amir Bar-Lev, was officially selected for the 2007 Toronto Film Festival and the 2007 Sundance Film Festival. Marla's abstract art gained international attention and was compared to works by Jackson Pollock, with her paintings selling for up to $300,000. However, rumors circulated that Marla's father was the true artist, leading to accusations and a media frenzy that threatened to destroy the family's reputation. The documentary captures the Olmstead family's struggles to defend their name and Marla's artistic abilities, while also raising questions about the nature of art and authorship. With its release on DVD, "My Kid Could Paint That" promises to spark further debate and reflection on these intriguing issues.

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