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202317 minGdoc-short

1.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Art History Music History

Never Come Back

202317 minGdoc-short

1.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

A naked musician plays an old armonica while searching for inspiration in a museum depot filled with hidden paintings and sculptures.

Art History Music History

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A naked musician plays an old armonica while searching for inspiration in a museum depot filled with hidden paintings and sculptures.

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Assaf Gruber

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Rudi Katholnigcast

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A naked musician performs in a museum depot, surrounded by hidden paintings and sculptures. He plays an old armonica, producing an appealing tune that contrasts with the starkness of his surroundings. As the performance unfolds, it reveals a complex narrative rooted in European mythology, featuring ancient landscapes and mystic figures. Assaf Gruber's work prompts a reconsideration of art and entertainment, blending absurdity with deeper cultural reflections. The film runs for 17 minutes and was released in 2023.

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