Renoir and the Girl with a Blue Ribbon

This documentary presents three intertwined narratives centered around Renoir's melancholic masterpiece, The Little Girl with the Blue Ribbon. The film chronicles the painting's tumultuous history, including its looting by Nazis and eventual recovery by the Monument Men. The journey of this artwork culminates in its arrival at the Kunsthaus Zurich, revealing the many hands it passed through and the controversies surrounding its ownership.

Additionally, the documentary explores the life story of Irene Cahen d'Anvers, the model for the painting. Born into a Jewish upper middle-class family, her life was marked by personal tragedy, including the loss of her daughter during the Holocaust. Through these stories, viewers gain insight into the intersection of art and history, particularly during the dark times of the Nazi regime. This film is a poignant reflection on loss, legacy, and the enduring significance of art.