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Hitler Versus Picasso (2018)

"The Nazi Obsession For Art"

7.320181h 34mIT
Documentary

Directed by Claudio Poli

Rating

7.3/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

IT

Release

March 13, 2018

Director

Claudio Poli

Overview

In 1937 the Nazi regime held two exhibitions in Munich: one to stigmatize “Degenerate Art” (which they systematically looted and destroyed) and one, personally curated by Hitler, to glorify “Classic Art”. This immersive new documentary reveals the Nazi’s complicated relationship with classical and ...

Cast

Toni Servillo

Toni Servillo

Narrator

Jean-Marc Dreyfus

Jean-Marc Dreyfus

Self

Edgar Feuchtwanger

Edgar Feuchtwanger

Self

Simon Goodman

Simon Goodman

Self

Timothy Garton Ash

Timothy Garton Ash

Self

Berthold Hinz

Berthold Hinz

Self

Meike Hoffmann

Meike Hoffmann

Self

Eva Kleeman

Eva Kleeman

Self

Markus Krischer

Markus Krischer

Self

Daaf Ledeboer

Daaf Ledeboer

Self

Agnieszka Lulinska

Agnieszka Lulinska

Self

Bernhard Maaz

Bernhard Maaz

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Hitler Versus Picasso (2018), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1937 the Nazi regime held two exhibitions in Munich: one to stigmatize “Degenerate Art” (which they systematically looted and destroyed) and one, personally curated by Hitler, to glorify “Classic Art”. This immersive new documentary reveals the Nazi’s complicated relationship with classical and modern art, displaying an incredible number of masterpieces by Botticelli, Klee, Matisse, Monet, Chagall, Renoir and Gauguin amongst others, intertwined with human stories from the most infamous period of the twentieth century. A state-of-the-art detective story exploring the Nazis’ obsession with creative expression, Hitler versus Picasso combines history, art and human drama for an unforgettable cinema experience.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Hitler Versus Picasso. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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