Great Artists - The Post-Impressionists

"The Great Artists - The Post-Impressionists" is a six-part film collection that explores the lives, times, and artistic contributions of prominent post-impressionist painters. This series offers an informative and engaging look at the creative processes of artists such as Cézanne, Gauguin, Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, Munch, and Rousseau. Each program delves into the historical context that shaped the artist's work, examining their individual styles and the techniques they employed. The collection utilizes new on-location footage alongside expert commentary and analysis from renowned art specialists to provide a comprehensive understanding of each artist’s journey. The series spans a total runtime of 250 minutes and was released in 2000. Programs like "The Post-Impressionists: Van Gogh" and "The Post-Impressionists: Cézanne," each approximately 50 minutes in length, offer detailed explorations of their respective careers. The series aims to provide a deeper appreciation for the artists by placing them within their historical environments. By examining the events that inspired their work, the programs aim to illuminate the creative choices and artistic developments of these influential figures. The collection represents a sustained effort to chronicle the lives and works of key figures in art history. The total budget for the series was zero, and its revenue was also zero. The individual films within the collection have varying IMDb ratings, ranging from 5.0 to 7.0.