Girl with the Pearl Earring: And Other Treasures from the Mauritshuis (2015)
4.0 of 5 from 45 ratings
1h 31min
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- Synopsis:
A unique opportunity to behold a remarkable collection of great works from the Mauritshuis. 'The Girl with a Pearl Earring' by Johannes Vermeer is one of the most enduring paintings in the history of art. This beautifully filmed documentary goes in pursuit of answers to the unresolved riddles surrounding this extraordinary piece. Holland's distinguished Mauritshuis, is home to the painting and is a stunning jewel of a gallery. Enjoying exclusive access, the filmmaker's main focus is the great masterpieces, all of which offer clues and insights into the meaning behind this enigmatic painting and its mysterious creator, Vermeer. The gallery's recent make-over and re-opening is interwoven with extracts from Vermeer's life story; behind-the-scenes footage, and sequences featuring specially invited guests. - Actors:
- Hugh Bonneville, Tracy Chevalier, Walter Liedtke, Nina Siegal
- Directors:
- David Bickerstaff
- Narrated By:
- Nicolette McKenzie
- Studio:
- Seventh Art Productions
- Genres:
- Documentary, Special Interest
- Collections:
- A Brief History of Galleries and Museums in Film: Part 1
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