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Art Theft with a Twist
Episode 263

Art Theft with a Twist

The documentary “The Painter and the Thief” explores a strange relationship when an artist chooses to make a portrait of the gangster who stole her work. Filmmaker Benjamin Ree achieves a remarkable intimacy filming in the quiet spaces of a studio and couples therapy. This film is a testament to the power of art. — Raphaela Neihausen and Thom Powers For more information, click here to visit the official film web site.

Documentary of the Week

May 22, 20202m 13s

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Show Notes

The documentary “The Painter and the Thief” explores a strange relationship when an artist chooses to make a portrait of the gangster who stole her work. Filmmaker Benjamin Ree achieves a remarkable intimacy filming in the quiet spaces of a studio and couples therapy. This film is a testament to the power of art.

— Raphaela Neihausen and Thom Powers 

For more information, click here to visit the official film web site.

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