Exhibition on Screen—Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874

The Impressionists are the most popular group in art history – millions flock every year to marvel at their masterpieces. But, to begin with, they were scorned, penniless outsiders. 1874 was the year that changed everything; the first Impressionists, “hungry for independence”, broke the mold by holding their own exhibition outside official channels. Impressionism was born and the art world was changed forever.

What led to that first groundbreaking show 150 years ago? Who were the maverick personalities that wielded their brushes in such a radical and provocative way? The spectacular Musée d’Orsay exhibition brings fresh eyes to this extraordinary tale of passion and rebellion. The story is told not by historians and curators but in the words of those who witnessed the dawn of Impressionism: the artists, press and people of Paris, 1874.

Choose from three screenings of EXHIBITION ON SCREEN—DAWN OF IMPRESSIONISM: PARIS 1874 #AtTheJBFC on Wednesday, Aug. 20: https://bit.ly/413nIAW

You may also like the following events from Jacob Burns Film Center:

• This Monday, 18th August, 06:00 pm, CatVideoFest 2025: Encore Screenings in Pleasantville
• This Thursday, 21st August, 07:00 pm, Remaining Native: Screening + Q&A with Director Paige Bethmann & Producer Jessica Epstein in Pleasantville
• Next month, 10th September, 01:00 pm, Courtroom Classics in Pleasantville

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