Art and Oligarchs (2010)
A popular trend among Russian oligarchs is to purchase works of art. Why? It's a way to get into the Kremlin's good graces, to gild their image…and to cover up the origin of their fortunes, often acquired in the shadow of post-Soviet power. Following a group of newly-minted collectors as they attempt to follow in the steps of well-known collectors of the early 20th-century, Tania Rakhmanov's powerful documentary Art and Oligarchs depicts a Russia where art, easy money, and an authoritarian state co-exist.
Director: Tania Rakhmanova
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: January 1, 2010
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Art and Oligarchs about?
- A popular trend among Russian oligarchs is to purchase works of art. Why? It's a way to get into the Kremlin's good graces, to gild their image…and to cover up the origin of their fortunes, often acquired in the shadow of post-Soviet power. Following a group of newly-minted collectors as they attempt to follow in the steps of well-known collectors of the early 20th-century, Tania Rakhmanov's powerful documentary Art and Oligarchs depicts a Russia where art, easy money, and an authoritarian state co-exist.
- Who directed Art and Oligarchs?
- Art and Oligarchs was directed by Tania Rakhmanova.
- How long is Art and Oligarchs?
- Art and Oligarchs has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).