by Raoúl Ruiz, Austria 2005
(In English, 97 min.)

The film's plot centres on Klimt's passion for the French dancer and actress Lea de Castro, his struggle for artistic freedom, and his life-long relationship with Emilie Flöge. His close friendship with Egon Schiele forms the narrative voice of the film. A virtuoso homage to the famous Viennese artist and his life, set against the rich historical tapestry of the Fin de Siècle.
Starring John Malkovich (Klimt), Veronica Ferres (Emilie Flöge), Saffron Burrows (Lea), Nikolai Kinski (Schiele).

October 10 | 8:00 pm | Embassy of Austria
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