Tim's Vermeer
Art documentary from Teller (as in one half of Penn & Teller), asking the question: Is a masterpiece still a masterpiece if an amateur could do it? Tim Jenison is a Texan inventor and intense admirer of 17th century Dutch master Johannes Vermeer (who did 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'). Fascinated with Vermeer's ability to paint so photo-realistically, he embarks on a research mission. Jenison contends that the painting style is reproducible via a lens and angled mirror arrangement, and sets out to copy 'The Music Lesson'.
Year: 2013
Genre: Art On Film
Country: USA
Director: Teller
Starring: David Hockney, Penn Jillette, Martin Mull
Duration: 77 Minutes
Rating: M - Offensive language
7.8/10
Location in store: Documentary (Art on Film)
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