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Tintoretto Documentary Film Premieres in Italian Cinemas April 11-13

other · 2026-04-27

The documentary 'Tintoretto. The Artist Who Killed Painting' is set to be shown in Italian theaters from April 11 to 13, 2022. Directed by Erminio Perocco, an accomplished figure in advertising, the film delves into the ideas and methods of Jacopo Tintoretto, a master of the Venetian Renaissance, situating his art within the socio-political landscape of 16th-century Venice. Featuring insights from prominent scholars and notable figures like Robert Echols, who curated a major Tintoretto exhibition in Venice, the film also includes contributions from Roland Krischel, Antonio Manno, and others. It showcases significant works such as 'Saint Mark Freeing the Slave' (1548) and 'Paradise' (1588), highlighting Tintoretto's cinematic style. The score is crafted by Carlo Raiteri and Teho Teardo.

Key facts

  • Documentary 'Tintoretto. The Artist Who Killed Painting' directed by Erminio Perocco.
  • Screening in Italian cinemas from April 11 to 13, 2022.
  • Features contributions from Robert Echols, Miguel Falomir, and other scholars.
  • Covers key works: Saint Mark Freeing the Slave (1548), Presentation of the Virgin at the Temple (1551-1556), Crucifixion (1565), Paradise (1588).
  • Film explores Tintoretto's technique and the political/social context of Venice.
  • Music by Carlo Raiteri and Teho Teardo.
  • Perocco is a creative and artist with a background in advertising.
  • The documentary highlights Tintoretto's cinematic approach to painting.

Entities

Artists

  • Tintoretto
  • Erminio Perocco
  • Robert Echols
  • Roland Krischel
  • Antonio Manno
  • Stefania Mason
  • Gabriele Matino
  • Miguel Falomir
  • Fabrizio Gazzarri
  • Mario Infelise
  • Roberto Mazzetto
  • Luciano Pezzollo
  • Jorge R. Pombo
  • Carlo Raiteri
  • Teho Teardo

Institutions

  • Prado Museum
  • Scuola Grande di San Rocco
  • Madonna dell'Orto
  • Doge's Palace

Locations

  • Venice
  • Italy
  • Madrid
  • Spain

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