The Painter and the Thief
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When two of artist Barbora Kysilkova’s most valuable paintings are stolen from a gallery at Frogner in Oslo, the police are able to find the thief after a few days, but the paintings are nowhere to be found. Barbora goes to the trial in hopes of finding clues, but instead she ends up asking the thief if she can paint a portrait of him. This will be the start of a very unusual friendship. Over three years, the cinematic documentary follows the incredible story of the artist looking for her stolen paintings, while at the same time turning the thief into art.
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Stream The Painter and the Thief online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated documentary movie originally produced in NO and released in 2020, it's earned a solid 7.3/10 from 66 viewers worldwide.
About The Painter and the Thief
When two of artist Barbora Kysilkova’s most valuable paintings are stolen from a gallery at Frogner in Oslo, the police are able to find the thief after a few days, but the paintings are nowhere to be found. Barbora goes to the trial in hopes of finding clues, but instead she ends up asking the thief if she can paint a portrait of him. This will be the start of a very unusual friendship. Over three years, the cinematic documentary follows the incredible story of the artist looking for her stolen paintings, while at the same time turning the thief into art. Running 102 minutes.
The Painter and the Thief Cast and Characters
The cast features Barbora Kysilkova (as Herself / The Painter), Karl-Bertil Nordland (as Himself / The Thief), Øystein Stene (as Himself), Linda Ville Marie Ruud (as Herself), and Bjørn Inge Nordland (as Himself). Their performances are a major reason The Painter and the Thief has built such a passionate audience.
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The Painter and the Thief flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy NO storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is The Painter and the Thief?
The Painter and the Thief runs for 102 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is The Painter and the Thief good? What's the rating?
The Painter and the Thief holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 66 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Painter and the Thief?
The main cast includes Barbora Kysilkova, Karl-Bertil Nordland, Øystein Stene, and Linda Ville Marie Ruud, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Painter and the Thief available in NO?
Yes — The Painter and the Thief was originally produced in NO and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Painter and the Thief released?
The Painter and the Thief was released in 2020.
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What is The Painter and the Thief about?
The Painter and the Thief is a Documentary film. When two of artist Barbora Kysilkova’s most valuable paintings are stolen from a gallery at Frogner in Oslo, the police are able to find the thief after a few days, but the paintings are nowhere to be found. Barbora goes to the trial in hopes of finding clues, but instead she ends up asking the thief if she can paint a portrait of him. This will be the start of a very unusual friendship. Over three years, the cinematic documentary follows the incredible story of the artist looking for her stolen paintings, while at the same time turning the thief into art.
When was The Painter and the Thief released?
The Painter and the Thief was released on September 5, 2020. It has a runtime of 1h 42m. The film was produced by Medieoperatørene.
Who stars in The Painter and the Thief?
The Painter and the Thief stars Barbora Kysilkova, Karl-Bertil Nordland, Øystein Stene and Linda Ville Marie Ruud. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Painter and the Thief available in HD?
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