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National Gallery

Documentary

2014, Movie, 2h 54min

A portrait of the day-to-day operations of the National Gallery of London, that reveals the role of the employees and the experiences of the Gallery's visitors. The film portrays the role of the curators and conservators; the education, scientific, and conservation departments; and the audience of all kinds of people who come to experience it.

Country: United Kingdom,France,United States

Director:

Frederick Wiseman

Cast:

Edward Watson,

Leanne Benjamin,

Kausikan Rajeshkumar,

Jo Shapcott

Reviews

Critic David Parkinson

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...a typically engrossing and insightful study of the day-to-day running of great institution by the master of observational documentary.

Read full review at Empire

Critic Laura Cumming

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There is never a quiet moment in Frederick Wiseman’s epic three-hour documentary about our National Gallery...

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Peter Bradshaw

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An intriguing and valuable record.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Glenn Kenny

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...the incredibly absorbing three-hour film ends on a grace note that doesn’t so much affirm the permanence of art as it celebrates the nobility of perpetuating and preserving art.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Frequently asked questions

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National Gallery offers a captivating glimpse into the daily life of one of the world's most renowned museums, showcasing its stunning collection of Western European art from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. Through a series of intimate moments and insightful interviews, the film reveals the passion and dedication of the gallery's employees, conservators, and curators as they work tirelessly to preserve and share the beauty of art with visitors from all walks of life. As the camera lingers on the masterpieces, we are invited to appreciate the intricate details and stories behind each painting, creating a cinematic experience that resonates long after leaving the gallery.

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You can stream National Gallery on: Sky Store