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The true story of Artemisia Gentileschi, the beautiful and talented daughter of one of Italy's most acclaimed painters. Forbidden to follow her passion for painting, despite her own incredible talent, Artemisia convinces the renowned and unconventional artist Agostino Tassi to take her under his wing. Agostino initiates her into a treacherous world of painting, sex, and love that ultimately threatens the elite powers of Artemisia's time. 1997 Golden Globe Nominee: Best Foreign Film.
Industry Reviews
"...[A] handsomely photographed film....The acting is satisfyingly full-blooded..."
New York Times - Stephen Holden (05/08/1998)
"...Merlet gets fine performances from Serrault and Manojlovic..."
Box Office - Craig Vickers (04/01/1998)
"...Merlet's sure-handed direction gracefully translates the power and danger of baroque art from its antique canvas to a modern one..."
Premiere - Christine Spines (05/01/1998)
"...[Cervi's] intelligence, despite everything else, is the most attractive thing about her..."
Chicago Sun-Times - Roger Ebert (05/15/1998)
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