The Thief Collector
Watch TrailerIn 1985, Willem de Kooning’s “Woman-Ochre,” one of the most valuable paintings of the 20th century, vanished into the Arizona desert after being cut from its frame at the University of Arizona Museum of Art. 32 years later, the $160 million painting was found hanging in the home of Jerry and Rita Alter in rural New Mexico.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2022 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary, Crime |
| Director | Allison Otto |
| Runtime | 96 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.9/10 (9 votes) |
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The film constructs its narrative like a meticulous detective story, relying on interviews, archival footage, and subtle reenactments. It explores the stark contrast between a quiet retirement in New Mexico and the couple's fantastical tales of global adventure, building a compelling case from circumstantial details.
What lingers after the credits is a profound unease about the secrets that can hide in plain sight. The mystery remains tantalizingly unresolved, inviting the audience to become the final investigator. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Allison Otto
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Best watched with focused attention, as you would examine a piece of evidence.
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