The Spoils
THE SPOILS explores the ongoing battle over the restitution of Nazi-looted art, set against the rise of the far-right in Germany and the resurgence of post-WW2 art collections on the global market. The film focuses on the struggle over ownership, history, and morality, centered around failed efforts in Düsseldorf to honor German-Jewish art dealer Max Stern. Stern, who escaped the war, became Canada’s most successful art dealer. Through exclusive interviews and rare archival footage, THE SPOILS uncovers the tragic, ironic, and often contentious journey of reclaiming stolen cultural treasures.
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Duration: 1 x 90' HD
Resolution: HD
Seasons: TBC
Genre: Documentary, History
Tags: Documentary, History
Original Language: TBC
Producer: Cave 7 Productions
Original Broadcaster: Documentary Channel
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