Stolen Art
Synopsis
Where does one draw the line between 'art' and 'theft'? Art and artist? A criminal and aesthetic investigation into the creation of incognito artist Pavel Novak, virtuosi counterfeiter wanted by the FBI for his 1978 "Stolen Art" exhibition in New York, which caused international stupefaction… some pieces proved to be stolen originals. Simon Backès takes us on a trek across New York, introducing us to specialists who unveil and question our relation to art- a matter of cultural legacy, but also, quite simply, merchandise. Does beauty exist without copyright?
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simon Backès
- Original Title
- Stolen Art
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, Italian
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Neon Rouge Production, La Parti Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simon Backès
Laora Bardos-Feltoronyi
Department Leadership Roster
Laora Bardos-Feltoronyi
Editor
Simon Backès
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Stolen Art.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stolen Art
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What is Stolen Art about?
Where does one draw the line between 'art' and 'theft'? Art and artist? A criminal and aesthetic investigation into the creation of incognito artist Pavel Novak, virtuosi counterfeiter wanted by the FBI for his 1978 "Stolen Art" exhibition in New York, which caused international stupefaction… some pieces proved to be stolen originals. Simon Backès takes us on a trek across New York, introducing us to specialists who unveil and question our relation to art- a matter of cultural legacy, but also, quite simply, merchandise. Does beauty exist without copyright?
Who directed Stolen Art?
Stolen Art was directed by Simon Backès.
Who stars in Stolen Art?
The principal cast of Stolen Art includes Not specified.
When was Stolen Art released and how long is it?
Stolen Art was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 58m.