Sky Arte Documentary Revisits 1994 Theft of Munch's The Scream
A new documentary titled 'L'Urlo di Munch – Il grande furto' premiering on Sky Arte on December 19, 2024 (with a repeat on December 21) revisits the 1994 theft of Edvard Munch's 'The Scream' from its exhibition venue during the Winter Olympics in Norway. The film adopts an original approach blending playful tones with psychological introspection, using interviews and archival materials to uncover details of the case. Central to the story is Pål Enger, a former professional footballer and art thief who died in June 2024. The documentary explores whether Enger acted for money, fame, or an obsession stemming from a school visit where he first saw the painting. The content is curated by Artribune.
Key facts
- The theft occurred in 1994 during the Winter Olympics in Norway.
- The stolen artwork was Edvard Munch's 'The Scream'.
- The documentary 'L'Urlo di Munch – Il grande furto' premieres on Sky Arte on December 19, 2024.
- A repeat broadcast is scheduled for December 21, 2024.
- Pål Enger, a former professional footballer and art thief, is central to the story.
- Enger died in June 2024.
- The documentary combines playful tones and psychological introspection.
- The content is curated by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Edvard Munch
- Pål Enger
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Artribune
Locations
- Norway