Because I Was a Painter (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 2014, Because I Was a Painter is a documentary film directed by Christophe Cognet, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1945, when the Allies liberated the concentration camps, they discovered thousands of secretly created artworks. With unprecedented access to paintings, drawings, etchings and sculptures held in collections around the world, BECAUSE I WAS A PAINTER conducts a gripping and fascinating investigation into art that captures, reflects and inspires in difficult times.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Because I Was a Painter has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Because I Was a Painter page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Because I Was a Painter (2014)?
- In US, Because I Was a Painter is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Because I Was a Painter worth watching?
- Because I Was a Painter holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Because I Was a Painter released?
- Because I Was a Painter was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.