The Stolen Painting
2024
Drama / Comedy
1h31
Joëlle rated ★ 7/10
histoire un peu décousue Alex Lutz très bon acteur, sa stagiaire était menteuse et manifestement psychopathe, il y avait beaucoup d'histoires en une, milieu des salles de vente, devenir des tableaux rejetés dits dégénérés pendant l'occupation nazi, poids des ancêtres le jeune ouvrier semblait expier la faute du grand-père et assumait son destin sans se laisser influencée par l'argent.
Synopsis
André Masson, specialist in modern art, receives a letter according to which a painting by Egon Schiele had been discovered in Mulhouse. He finds that the work has been missing since 1939. This discovery puts his career in danger.
Community Reviews
Viewers generally appreciate 'Auction' for its insightful portrayal of the art market, blending historical intrigue with personal drama. The film is praised for its strong performances, particularly by Alex Lutz and Léa Drucker, and its engaging script. However, some find the pace uneven and the secondary plots somewhat distracting, with a few criticisms about its portrayal of class stereotypes.
👍 Strong performances and a compelling script.
👎 Some pacing issues and unnecessary subplots.
