Degas: Passion for Perfection

Painter and sculptor, widely recognized as a founding member of the Impressionist movement, Edgar Degas (1834 – 1917) is known for his masterful technique and style, as well as his melancholic portraits that breathe with life. Taking viewers to a superb exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, this documentary tells the fascinating story of an artist in constant pursuit of perfection. A detailed analysis of his work and written accounts by friends and experts reveal the complex truth behind one of the most influential and inventive French artists of the late 19^th century.