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| BATTLE OF WILLS | |
| QUAND SHAKESPEARE TROMPE L'OEIL |
| Canada/2008/Betacam/colour/52 min/english french subtitles | |||||
 Lloyd Sullivan, an Ottawa retiree, is convinced he owns the only authentic portrait of William Shakespeare, painted from life by his ancestor John Sanders in 1603. Twelve scientific appraisals have confirmed that Sanders' portrait dates back to the 17th century. But is the enigmatic face portrayed truly that of Shakespeare? Lloyd Sullivan is going through his savings to prove it. As he pursues his dream of having the work authenticated, the portrait's secrets are gradually revealed. Battle of Wills leads viewers into a fascinating world where 17th-century art locks horns with 21st-century science and ambitions. The film also offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the art world's political intrigues, hidden motivations, obsessions, financial interests and power struggles. This accounts for the thrilling story of one determined man and his 20-year quest for the truth. For more information…(please click here to visit the InformAction website) Biography For 25 years, Anne Henderson has written and directed documentaries on a wide range of topics, including culture, human rights, history and the environment. After living in New York, Vancouver and Toronto, she is now based in Montreal. Filmography Holding Our Ground (1988) ; A Song for Tibet (1992) ; The Human Race (1994) ; Femmes : une histoire inédite (1996-1997) ; The Road from Kampuchea (1998); Dogs with Jobs (1999) ; L'empreinte (2002). |  |
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