Michael Palin In Wyeth's World
"Michael Palin heads for rural Pennsylvania and Maine to explore the extraordinary life and work of one of America's most popular and controversial painters, Andrew Wyeth."
Originally released in 2013. Michael Palin In Wyeth's World is a documentary film. directed by Eleanor Yule. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michael Palin, Andrew Wyeth, and Helga Testorf
Synopsis
Michael Palin heads for rural Pennsylvania and Maine to explore the extraordinary life and work of one of America's most popular and controversial painters, Andrew Wyeth. Fascinated by his iconic painting Christina's World, Palin goes in search of the real life stories that inspired this and Wyeth's other depictions of the American landscape and its hard grafting inhabitants. Tracking down the farmers, friends and family featured in Wyeth's magically real work, Palin builds a picture of an eccentric, enigmatic and driven painter. He also gets a rare interview with Helga, the woman who put Wyeth back in the headlines when the press discovered he had been painting her nude, compulsively but secretly for 15 years.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 29, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Palin In Wyeth's World about?
Michael Palin heads for rural Pennsylvania and Maine to explore the extraordinary life and work of one of America's most popular and controversial painters, Andrew Wyeth. Fascinated by his iconic p...
Who directed Michael Palin In Wyeth's World?
Michael Palin In Wyeth's World was directed by Eleanor Yule.
How long is Michael Palin In Wyeth's World?
Michael Palin In Wyeth's World has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Michael Palin In Wyeth's World released?
Michael Palin In Wyeth's World was released on December 29, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Michael Palin In Wyeth's World?
The main cast of Michael Palin In Wyeth's World includes Michael Palin, Andrew Wyeth, Helga Testorf.