The Art of the Steal

American documentarian Don Argott made this riveting film about the heist of one of the world's greatest art collections. The film introduces American eccentric millionaire Dr. Albert C. Barnes who was ahead of his time by acquiring some of the most import work by modern and post-impressionist artists including Renoir, Cezanne, Matisse and Picasso amongst many others. Barnes wanted to ensure that his collection's fate with a detailed will which prevented the sale or loan of the collection. However a 30 billion dollar art collection is not safe from greedy people who have seized its control and using it for their benefits that includes many politicians and former enemies of Barnes who are destroying the proper intention of one of the greatest treasures of art for money. Argott and friends of Barnes point finger at all the culprits without hesitation which includes the city of Philadelphia who will get infamy for its involvement in the sacrilege to steal the collection. A powerful and emotional film that will resonate with art lovers around the world. YRCinema's coverage of films on DVD.