Taking Venice (2023)

Taking Venice (2023) poster

At the height of the Cold War, the U.S. government is determined to fight Communism with culture. The Venice Biennale, the world's most influential art exhibition, becomes a proving ground in 1964. Alice Denney, Washington insider and friend of the Kennedys, recommends Alan Solomon, an ambitious curator making waves with trailblazing art, to organize the U.S. entry. Together with Leo Castelli, a powerful New York art dealer, they embark on a daring plan to make Robert Rauschenberg the winner of the Grand Prize.

Director: Amei Wallach
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 98 min
Release Date:
Production: Gelt Films, Folium Films, Display None Productions
Country: France, Italy, United States of America
Language: English
Box Office: $65,065
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taking Venice about?
At the height of the Cold War, the U.S. government is determined to fight Communism with culture. The Venice Biennale, the world's most influential art exhibition, becomes a proving ground in 1964. Alice Denney, Washington insider and friend of the Kennedys, recommends Alan Solomon, an ambitious curator making waves with trailblazing art, to organize the U.S. entry. Together with Leo Castelli, a powerful New York art dealer, they embark on a daring plan to make Robert Rauschenberg the winner of the Grand Prize.
Who directed Taking Venice?
Taking Venice was directed by Amei Wallach.
How long is Taking Venice?
Taking Venice has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
What genre is Taking Venice?
Taking Venice is a Documentary film.
How much did Taking Venice gross?
Taking Venice grossed $65,065 worldwide.
Where was Taking Venice produced?
Taking Venice was produced in France, Italy, United States of America.