Aleksandr Sokurov

A 19th century French aristocrat encounters numerous historical figures whilst travelling through the Russian State Hermitage Museum in this 2002 fantasy drama done in just one shot.

Winner of the Golden Lion (Best Film) at Venice Film Festival 2011. Based on the Faust legend, this twisted German tragedy tells the tale of a man who receives knowledge from the devil in exchange for his soul.

Master auteur Alekandr Sokurov (Russian Ark) explores art's relationship with culture and power, primarily through the Louvre during the Nazi occupation.