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Ruben Brandt animated film airs on Sky Arte January 19

digital · 2026-04-27

The animated feature 'Ruben Brandt, Collector' by Milorad Krstić, blending art and psychoanalysis, will air on Sky Arte on Sunday, January 19. The film follows psychotherapist Ruben Brandt, who is compelled to steal thirteen paintings from major museums and private collections to stop his nightmares. Assisted by four patients, he executes spectacular heists at MoMA, the Louvre, the Tate, the Uffizi, and the Hermitage, becoming known as 'The Collector' and one of the world's most wanted criminals. Private detective Mike Kowalski, hired by insurance companies, is tasked with solving the 'Collector Case.' The Sky Arte website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.

Key facts

  • Film 'Ruben Brandt, Collector' directed by Milorad Krstić.
  • Airs on Sky Arte on Sunday, January 19.
  • Protagonist Ruben Brandt is a psychotherapist who steals thirteen paintings.
  • Heists occur at MoMA, Louvre, Tate, Uffizi, and Hermitage.
  • Brandt is aided by four patients.
  • He becomes known as 'The Collector'.
  • Private detective Mike Kowalski is hired by insurance companies.
  • Sky Arte website is powered by Artribune.

Entities

Artists

  • Milorad Krstić
  • Ruben Brandt
  • Mike Kowalski

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune
  • MoMA
  • Louvre
  • Tate
  • Uffizi
  • Hermitage

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