The Impressionists: Manet

Meet 19th century French painter Edouard Manet in the art history documentary The Impressionists: Manet. Known as an experimental artist and innovator, Manet painted commonplace figures -- urchins, beggars, caf? characters -- and picturesque landscapes using bold lighting, simple colors, and vivid brushstrokes. Although his work inspired the Impressionist style, he did not label it as such. You'll get expert analysis and commentary on Manet's paintings in this 50-minute film which chronicles his life and career.