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Michael Palin's Quest for Artemisia

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Michael Palin discovers the story of 17th-century Italian artist Artemisia Gentileschi. He unearths not only her paintings, but a complex and difficult life.

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Status: Released

Released Date: 2015-12-28

Runtime: 60 mins

Director: Eleanor Yule

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Genres: Documentary

Original title: Michael Palin's Quest for Artemisia

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