Thursday, April 13, 2017

#14 . Two Documentary Films

Assignment: take thorough notes while watching the award winning documentary films. Submit in your Semester Repository. Make sure you include all bibliographic information.


Art of the Steal 
This film looks at the controversy surrounding the art collection of Dr. Albert C. Barnes, a millionaire who amassed a remarkable selection of significant works during the early 20th century. Barnes sought to keep his priceless pieces together as part of his foundation even after his death, the involvement of numerous parties led to the scattering of his collection. This documentary sheds light on how his wishes were violated by a handful of opportunistic individuals.
Initial releaseSeptember 12, 2009
Initial DVD releaseJuly 27, 2010

Herb & Dorothy

A couple (Dorothy Vogel, Herbert Vogel) redefine what it means to be an art collector.
Release dateNovember 16, 2008 (DC)
Box office194,721 USD