Cézanne: Portraits of a Life (2018)

Plot

Exploring the profound impact of Paul Cézanne's portraiture, this documentary begins with a Paris exhibition and journeys through London and Washington. It emphasizes Cézanne's vital role in shaping 20th-century art, showcasing insights from experts at renowned institutions like MoMA, the National Gallery of Art, and Musée d’Orsay. Viewers are taken on a visual tour of the locations that influenced Cézanne's work, enriched by the artist's own correspondence. This film highlights the often-overlooked genius of Cézanne, revealing his significance within the Impressionist movement.