The Mystery of Picasso (1956)

Le mystère Picasso

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• Biography
• Documentary
• History

Using a specially designed transparent 'canvas' to provide an unobstructed view, Picasso creates as the camera rolls. He begins with simple works that take shape after only a single brush stroke. He then progresses to more complex paintings, in which he repeatedly adds and removes elements, transforming the entire scene at will, until at last the work is complete.

Release date

May 18, 1956

Country of origin

France

Music

Georges Auric