High Art (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 4.8

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Released in 1991, High Art is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Walter Salles, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Peter Mandrake, a North-American photojournalist becomes embroiled in South America's dangerous underworld of pimps, drug gangs and arms smugglers when he sets out to find the killer of a local call girl.

Who’s in it. High Art stars Peter Coyote as Peter Mandrake, Amanda Pays as Marie, the Archaeologist, Raul Cortez as Lima Prado and Tchéky Karyo as Hermes, the Knife master, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, High Art has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch High Art page.

If you liked it. Fans of High Art tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch High Art (1991)?
In GB, High Art is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is High Art worth watching?
High Art holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in High Art?
High Art stars Peter Coyote, Amanda Pays, Raul Cortez, Tchéky Karyo and Giulia Gam.
When was High Art released?
High Art was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.