Klimt & The Kiss

This documentary examines the life of Austrian artist Gustav Klimt and the various nineteenth-century art movements that both inspired him and were influenced by his work. The film focuses specifically on his most famous painting, The Kiss, created in Vienna around 1908. Through a detailed study of the work, the film explores the use of gold, decorative elements, and symbolism, while placing the painting within the social context of a city transitioning from old traditions to a new era.

The film was directed by Ali Ray as the first in a series of art-focused projects, followed by My National Gallery, London and Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874. It was produced by Phil Grabsky and Amanda Wilkie through Seventh Art Productions and Exhibition on Screen in the United Kingdom. Released on October 30, 2023, the production has a runtime of 89 minutes. On TMDB, the film holds a rating of 8/10 based on 2 votes.