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The Thief Collector

Movie
2022
1h 36m
English
Documentary, Crime
In 1985, Willem de Kooning’s “Woman-Ochre,” one of the most valuable paintings of the 20th century, vanished into the Arizona desert after being cut from its frame at the University of Arizona Museum of Art. 32 years later, the $160 million painting was found hanging in the home of Jerry and Rita Alter in rural New Mexico.
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Glenn Howerton
Jerry Alter
Sarah Minnich
Rita Alter
Matt Pittenger
Josh Goldberg
Directed By: Allison Otto
Written By: Mark Monroe (Screenplay), Nick Andert (Screenplay)

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marcs says...
one year ago
Engrossing, well paced, satisfying. This is a solid detective story spanning decades about a long unsolved art theft. Possible answers start to emerge decades after the caper. I won’t say more as it would spoil it. If you like documentaries, detective stories, and/or have an interest in the high dollar art world, this is for you. (If you watch it based on this comment please come back and reply with your reaction. I’d be curious to hear it.).
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mishz says...
9 months ago
I watched this one as a fan of art heist documentaries. The film is much more about exploring the mystery of the thieves themselves. I found it very well done and captivating. Also, Glenn Howerton was perfect.
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CinemaSerf
2 years ago
If you recall the last proper edition of the BBC sitcom "Only Fools and Horses", you''ll remember that "Del" and "Rodney" discover an old watch that turns out to be worth millions at auction. Well this is a real take on that scenario, as house clearance folks are brought in to clear the ranch of a d More
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Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots
one year ago
It is rare that one can become completely enamored with a documentary film, but director Allison Otto‘s “The Thief Collector” grabbed be from the opening frame. This true story of a museum heist in the mid-1980s features an interesting topic filled with twists and turns, exceptional storytelli More
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