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198325 minGdocumentary

Metropolitan Cats

198325 minGdocumentary

Curators at a museum explore the influence of cats on art history, showcasing ancient Chinese sculptures and modern interpretations from Broadway.

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Curators at a museum explore the influence of cats on art history, showcasing ancient Chinese sculptures and modern interpretations from Broadway.

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Robin Lehman

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Curators at a museum discuss the role of cats in art history. They reference ancient Chinese sculptures and modern Broadway productions. The film presents famous cat depictions from the museum's collection alongside contemporary interpretations. Staff share anecdotes about cats' stubbornness, curiosity, and mischief. These themes illustrate how cats have inspired artists for centuries. The documentary runs for 25 minutes and was released in 1983.

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