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201678 minPGdocumentary

8.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

The Key to Dalí

201678 minPGdocumentary

8.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

A quest for truth unveils the mystery behind a possible Dalí masterpiece.

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David Fernández

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A quest for truth unveils the mystery behind a possible Dalí masterpiece.

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David Fernández

David Fernándezdirector

David Fernández

David Fernándezwriter

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Spanish scientist Tomeo L'Amo bought a painting in 1989 that he believed to be an original Dalí. After 25 years of searching for the truth, an art expert in Paris changes his life.

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