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The Desert of Forbidden Art

4.720111h 20mNRMovieHistoryDocumentary

How does art survive in a time of oppression? During the Soviet rule artists who stay true to their vision are executed, sent to mental hospitals or Gulags. Their plight inspires young Igor Savitsky. He pretends to buy state-approved art…

DirectorsTchavdar Georgiev·Amanda Pope
WritersTchavdar Georgiev·Amanda Pope
ProducersAmanda Pope·Tchavdar Georgiev

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Cast · Directed by Tchavdar Georgiev

EAEd Asner
Ed Asner
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SFSally Field
Sally Field
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BKBen Kingsley
Ben Kingsley
Voice

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