The Desert of Forbidden Art

In the desert of Uzbekistan, a treasure trove of banned Soviet art worth millions of dollars was discovered, but this is more than just a story of artistic discovery. It's a tale of courage, conviction, and the power of art to survive even in the face of oppression. Igor Savitsky, a young archaeologist and frustrated painter, risks everything to rescue 40,000 forbidden artworks and create a museum in the desert, far from the prying eyes of the KGB. With the help of Ben Kingsley, Sally Field, and Ed Asner, the film takes us on a journey of sacrifice and creative freedom, raising the question of who is responsible for preserving this cultural treasure.

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