Pure Art (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 2016, Pure Art is a thriller and mystery film directed by Renat Davletyarov, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. Pretty Sasha finds herself in a whirlpool of intrigue and criminal games after her lover, a talented painter, is murdered. Chased on one side by brutal criminals who don't leave witnesses, and on the other by the cops who consider her the #1 suspect, Sasha is forced to act alone to solve the mystery of her lover’s death and keep herself alive and free at the same time. Gradually she unravels the tangle of mysteries and deceptions, only to learn that her lover was forging paintings which had been sold for millions of dollars, and no-one really is who they say they are.

Who’s in it. Pure Art stars Anna Chipovskaya as Sasha, Pyotr Fyodorov as Andrey, Konstantin Yushkevich as Volkov and Ilya Lyubimov as Misha, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Pure Art has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.1M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pure Art page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Pure Art (2016)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pure Art change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Pure Art worth watching?
Pure Art holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Pure Art?
Pure Art stars Anna Chipovskaya, Pyotr Fyodorov, Konstantin Yushkevich, Ilya Lyubimov and Anatoliy Belyy.
When was Pure Art released?
Pure Art was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.