The Art of the Steal (2010)
• February 26th, 2010 • 1h 41min
Documentary
Overview
A gripping tale of intrigue and mystery in the art world, this film traces the history of a collection of Post-Impressionist paintings - worth billions - which became the subject of a power struggle after the death of its owner. Dr. Albert Barnes.
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