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This intriguing documentary explores the mystical creative outposts of the Southern California Deserts, from Leonard Knight's famous ''Salvation Mountain'' in Slab City to the famous Desert X installations of the Coachella Valley. 

The harsh beauty of California's serene deserts has long been a haven for creative thinkers, artists, and rebels. The result is a desert teeming with artistic outposts and a unique history tucked among the rocks and dust. This film is a fascinating exploration of those outposts and their inhabitants. Visit Noah Purifoy’s Outdoor Desert Art Museum in Joshua Tree, explore Leonard Knight's colorful Salvation Mountain, Ricardo Breceda's monumental iron sculptures in Borrego Springs, the famous Desert X exhibits of the Coachella Valley, and experience art on the edge of Western civilization at the Bombay Beach Biennale festival. Along the way, you'll meet the artists and residents of these enclaves unearthing a hidden world of creative and political expression. 

This documentary explores the mystical creative outposts of the Southern California Deserts, from ''Salvation Mountain'' in Slab City to the famous Desert X installations of the Coachella Valley. 


Iconicity

Who was Frida Kahlo? Everyone knows her, but who was the woman behind the bright colors, the big brows, and the floral crowns? Take a journey through the life of a true icon, discover her art, and uncover the truth behind her often turbulent life. 

Utilizing cutting-edge technology, Kahlo's artwork springs to life in stunning detail, making her creative genius shine brighter than ever before. As historians uncover private letters from the artist, the hidden symbolism of her art is revealed, shedding light on the intricacies of her turbulent life. 

This cinematic exploration paints a vivid and comprehensive portrait of the real Frida Kahlo and her enduring legacy. 

A detailed documentary exploring the life and work of artistic icon Frida Kahlo. 

Frida Kahlo

Benedict Cumberbatch (Dr.Strange, Sherlock) stars as Vincent Van Gogh in this captivating blend of theater and documentary.

A seamless blend of theatrical storytelling and historical insight, ''Van Gogh: Painted with Words'' reveals the tumultuous life of the Dutch painter with fascinating detail. Cumberbatch effortlessly portrays Van Gogh, revealing hidden dimensions of the painter's complex psyche. Based on years of research, every word he speaks was meticulously sourced from Van Gogh's extensive writings and correspondence with his brother Theo, offering an authentic portrayal of the artist's innermost thoughts and struggles. This film explores how Van Gogh's art impacted himself and the world. 

Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Vincent Van Gogh in this captivating blend of theater and documentary.

Van Gogh: Painted with Words

Join acclaimed art historian Alastair Sooke for a fascinating exploration of the history of Pop Art. 

From the bustling streets of New York City to the avant-garde galleries of Europe, Sooke offers a fresh perspective on the works of Pop Art luminaries like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Sooke peels back the layers of Pop Art's glossy facade, revealing a movement brimming with subversive wit and radical ideas that challenged conventions, redefined artistic norms, and ultimately changed the course of art history forever. Through this journey, discover a renewed appreciation for the bright colors and artistic vision of Pop Art. 

Join art historian Alastair Sooke for a riveting documentary exploring the history of Pop Art. 

Soup Cans and Superstars: How Pop Art Changed the World

Join esteemed historian Simon Schama as he shares the brilliant stories behind key masterworks from Caravaggio, Bernini, Rembrandt, David Turner, Van Gogh, and Picasso. 

In each episode, Schama focuses on a single artist, revealing the history and secrets woven into one of their famous works. From the emotional intensity of Van Gogh's brushstrokes to the revolutionary vision of Picasso's compositions, Schama reveals the fascinating history and evolution of artists who have changed how we view the world. 

Join esteemed historian Simon Schama as he shares the brilliant stories behind key masterworks from Caravaggio to Picasso. 

Simon Schama's Power of Art

Delve into the life and work of American abstract impressionist artist, Miriam Beerman. 

With a career spanning over six decades, Miriam Beerman's art is a striking exploration of dark and compelling works of expressionist art. Drawing inspiration from the horrific events of The Holocaust, the Atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, biblical plagues, and tragic events in her personal life, Beerman strove to 'express the chaos' she perceived around her. 

This documentary visits a 90-year-old Miriam, battling a descent into dementia, to reflect on her life and work. Featuring interviews with contemporaries, art experts, and extensive interviews with the artist herself, this documentary is a beautiful celebration of a profoundly empathetic artist. 

Delve into the life and work of American abstract impressionist artist Miriam Beerman. 

Miriam Beerman: Expressing the Chaos

This intensely personal documentary sees social-conscience artist William Kelly explore whether art can break through rage to create calm in times of crisis.

Kelly is a longtime peace activist who marches, protests and contributes to social transformation through the art he creates. His 42-foot-long, 5-foot-wide print banner titled "Peace and War/The Big Picture" is the focus and framework for this documentary.

Filmed on five continents, with contributions from over 20 artists, thinkers, and activists, including Martin Sheen, A.C. Grayling, and Rama Mani, the viewer is transported to the concentration camps of the Third Reich, the bombing of Hiroshima, the troubles in Ireland, race riots in the USA, and Pol Pot’s Year Zero. Kelly asks, “Does art have the power to help us build a better, more peaceful future?”

Can art change hearts and minds and, in doing so, stop a bullet from being fired? Social-conscience artist William Kelly investigates.

Can Art Stop a Bullet?

Experience the Rijksmuseum's sold-out Vermeer exhibition guided by expert curators and art historians.  

Called, ''an unmissable feast'' by the Guardian, the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam unveiled the largest Vermeer exhibition in history in the spring of 2023. This award-winning film gives a privileged view of the unprecedented exhibition, giving a rare opportunity to experience the true scope of Vermeer's timeless works with insight from his foremost experts. 

Drawing from collections around the globe, the exhibition features Vermeer’s most iconic pieces, including ''Girl with a Pearl Earring,'' The Geographer, ''The Milkmaid,'' ''The Little Street,'' ''Lady Writing a Letter with her Maid,'' and ''Woman Holding a Balance.'' In total, 28 of his 37 known works are showcased.  With crisp close-ups and fascinating commentary, see each painting as never before. 

Your chance to experience the largest Vermeer exhibition in history, the Rijksmuseum 2023 sold-out show, guided by expert curators and art historians.  

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