The Dutch Master
Genres
Overview
The Walter Mitty-esque tale of a Brooklyn dental hygienist who escapes into a painting by 17th-century Dutch master Peter de Hooc. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
28 min
Release Date
1993-09-01
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
13
Vote Average
4.2
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