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Secret Impressionists

Secret Impressionists tells the story of the art revolution that defined the impressionist movement, through an exploration of 50 legendary paintings, previously inaccessible to the general public, which were exhibited at Rome’s Palazzo Bonaparte in 2019. How did the impressionists view the world? How were their works received? How did they go from being rejected by critics and the public to becoming, in just a few short years, some of the best loved works of art in the world? Featuring the insights of the Rome exhibition’s head curators, along with compelling analyses made by experts, historians and artists, Secret Impressionists illuminates the impressionist movement and uncovers hidden gems created by the likes of Monet, Degas, Renoir, Manet, Cézanne, and other extraordinary artists whose legacies continue to thrive long after their passing.

Director: Daniele Pini
Year: 2020
Duration: 83 mins
Language: English, Italian and French, with Traditional Chinese and English subtitles

Post-screening Talk

Through the works and life anecdotes of Impressionist painters and contemporary writers, Dr Tong will introduce how the development of French society and literary and artistic trends in the second half of the 19th century have influenced the creations of many masters.

To celebrate Hong Kong's first showcase of the prestigious painting collection from the National Gallery, London⸺ “Botticelli to Van Gogh: Masterpieces from the National Gallery, London” special exhibition, the Hong Kong Palace Museum will screen six carefully selected documentaries, uncovering the secrets of legendary artists. (View more about other documentaries)

The Special Exhibition “Botticelli to Van Gogh: Masterpieces from the National Gallery, London” is financially supported by the Mega Arts and Cultural Events Fund of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The content of this programme does not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

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