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201878 minGdocumentary

Art History Historical Events

Chasing Portraits

201878 minGdocumentary

An American woman embarks on a quest to find the lost art of her Polish-Jewish great-grandfather, missing since World War II.

Art History Historical Events

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Elizabeth Rynecki

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An American woman embarks on a quest to find the lost art of her Polish-Jewish great-grandfather, missing since World War II.

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Elizabeth Ryneckidirector

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An American woman searches for the art of her great-grandfather, a Polish-Jewish artist. His works disappeared during World War II. She visits Poland to trace his legacy. Along the way, she faces personal challenges and finds healing through her quest. The film runs for 78 minutes and was released in 2018. It intertwines art history with personal discovery. The story connects a family narrative with the broader events of war and loss.

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