Gerhard Richter Painting (2011)

A documentary on the German artist that includes glimpses at his studio, which has not been seen in decades.

Director:

Corinna Belz

Writer:

Corinna Belz

Stars:

Gerhard Richter, Norbert Arns, Hubert Becker

2 wins & 1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview:
Gerhard Richter	...	Self
Norbert Arns	...	Self
Hubert Becker	...	Self
Sabine Moritz-Richter	...	Self
Konstanze Ell	...	Self
Marian Goodman	...	Self
Benjamin Buchloh	...	Self
Kasper König	...	Self
Ulrich Wilmes	...	Self
Sandy Nairne	...	Self
Paul Moorhouse	...	Self

Storyline

A documentary on the German artist that includes glimpses at his studio, which has not been seen in decades.

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Plot Keywords:

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Genres:

Documentary

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Certificate:

Unrated

Did You Know?

Soundtracks

Aus Der Ferne III (Hommage À Alfred Schlee 90)
Composed by György Kurtág
Performed by Keller Quartett
© Edition Musica Budapest

User Reviews

from one doc filmmaker to another.

The only reason I gave this film 9 out of 10, was because I believe Corinna should have invested in a roller for her tripod. Would have made for less shaking in the videos of Richter while he is painting.

As a documentary filmmaker and painter myself. I can fully understand and admire what Ms. Belz accomplished in this film. I do however, remembering seeing the film this past Friday, note that I wish the lower 3rd titles had been a bit bigger for those who wear glasses. I know it was OK for me, but i'm sure a number of people were always asking... "who is that?".

I can truly admire this historical document on modern painting. As Richter is not a "post" anything. He is someone who is dedicated to making what he feels is the best work he can do. You will see that in the sections where Ms. Belz speaks with Richters assistants. What they say rings true with many many modernist painters who will have to sit with a work for months before they feel it is ready to be put out in the world.

So glad this film is out in the world. I can't wait for the DVD. My only sadness about the DVD is that I don't have the equipment to watch it in the format I first viewed in. This film deserves a big screen.

Details

Official Sites:

Official site [Germany]

Country:

Germany

Language:

German English

Release Date:

14 March 2012 (USA)

Also Known As:

A Pintura de Gerhard Richter

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$13,537, 18 March 2012

Gross USA:

$242,646

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$717,545

Company Credits

Production Co:

Zero One Film, Terz Film, Westdeutscher Rundfunk (WDR)

Technical Specs

Color:

Color Black and White