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Discovery in a Painting

201630mMovieDocumentary

Following his use of art, painting and sculpture, in his work of the previous decades, Hurwitz took on a project for the American Foundation of the Arts aimed at deepening and enriching, for art students, the way in which we see. Working…

DirectorsManfred Kirchheimer·Leo Hurwitz
ProducerLeo Hurwitz

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Discovery in a Painting hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 2016. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.

Is there a sequel to Discovery in a Painting?

Discovery in a Painting is currently the latest film in the Art of Seeing.

Is there a prequel to Discovery in a Painting?

Yes — This Island (1970) comes before Discovery in a Painting in the Art of Seeing.

Is Discovery in a Painting part of a trilogy?

No — Discovery in a Painting is part of the Art of Seeing, which has 4 films.

How many movies are in the Art of Seeing?

There are 4 films in the Art of Seeing: Light and the City (1970), Discovery in a Landscape (1970), This Island (1970) and Discovery in a Painting (2016).