Pushwagner

Sep 2, 2011

1h 13m

★ 6.4

Documentary about the most famous painter in Norway.

Overview

Behind the success of Hariton Pushwagner we find a dramatic story about a son of a wealthy family who became homeless, only to end up as a celebrated artist. Pushwagner himself says, "It's not true but it's a good story". Against this backdrop, the film reflects on what the reality of Pushwagner is, both as an artist and a human being.

Genres

Documentary

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Film i Väst

Filmkreatörerna

Hinterland

Indie Film AS

Magic Hour Films ApS

Piraya Film

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Himself

Hariton Pushwagner

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