This is a terrific and engaging documentary about a Texas inventor who's determined to (re)discover the technique a 17th Century Dutch painter may have used to achieve near-photographic realism in his work. Tim embarks on a years-long mission to repaint of one of Vermeer's greatest works, The Music Lesson, by recreating the set, models and props and utilizing a technology that he believes Vermeer may have used.
Tim is drolly charismatic and captivating while Teller's directing adroitly carries viewers along Tim's journey.
The film attempts--and succeeds in some measure--to blur the lines that exist between technicians and artists, invention and inspiration. It's really a great, fun watch.
Tim is drolly charismatic and captivating while Teller's directing adroitly carries viewers along Tim's journey.
The film attempts--and succeeds in some measure--to blur the lines that exist between technicians and artists, invention and inspiration. It's really a great, fun watch.