Sky Arte documentary explores Joan Miró's inner fire
A new documentary titled 'Joan Miró – Il fuoco interiore' airs on Sky Arte on Thursday, April 20, 2023, revealing lesser-known aspects of the Catalan artist Joan Miró, who died on December 25, 1983, in Palma de Mallorca. The film features testimony from his grandson Joan Punyet Miró, who manages the artist's vast estate. It unveils unpublished archives and takes viewers to key locations in Miró's creative journey, including his studio. The documentary also addresses parallel issues such as the management of the master's artistic legacy and the tragic fate of most of his family members. Miró is renowned for his experimental approach and contributions to painting and sculpture, spanning much of the 20th century and living through its darkest pages.
Key facts
- Joan Miró died on December 25, 1983, in Palma de Mallorca.
- The documentary 'Joan Miró – Il fuoco interiore' airs on Sky Arte on April 20, 2023.
- Joan Punyet Miró, the artist's grandson, appears in the film and manages Miró's estate.
- The documentary reveals unpublished archives and shows Miró's studio.
- It explores the management of Miró's artistic legacy and the tragic fate of his family members.
- Miró is known for his experimental approach in painting and sculpture.
- He lived through much of the 20th century, including its darkest periods.
- The content on Sky Arte's site is curated by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Joan Miró
- Joan Punyet Miró
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Artribune
Locations
- Palma de Mallorca
- Spain