Rialto Cinemas is proud to be the East Bay’s home for two incredible series of documentaries highlighting the work of specific artists and exhibits from the world’s finest museums. These films provide a cinematic immersion into some of the world’s best loved art shown in extraordinary detail that only HD can capture.
Tickets on sale October 9!
EXHIBITION On Screen
James McNeill Whistler
Thursday, January 28 12:30pm
Not Rated
90 mins
Documentary
In an era of great change and great beauty emerged the character of James McNeill Whistler. Considered by some to be one of the great innovators of 19th century art, he was a contemporary of the Impressionists, much admired by Van Gogh and Manet. Boldly experimental and famously witty, Whistler disrupted the strict conventions of Victorian society in pursuit of a new cult of beauty, creating “art for art’s sake” and earning himself a place in the history of great art…MORE INFO
Thu, Jan 28
12:30
EXHIBITION On Screen
RENOIR & LOVE
Thursday, February 18 12:30pm
Not Rated
90 mins
Documentary
Pierre-Auguste Renoir is one of the world’s favourite artists; a founding member of the Impressionist movement and a constantly evolving artist, he is unmatched at depicting human connection. The National Gallery’s blockbuster exhibition brings together vibrant masterpieces which explore love in all its forms, bringing colour and warmth into the cold winter months…MORE INFO
Thu, Feb 18
12:30
EXHIBITION On Screen
MONET: PAINTING TIME
Thursday, July 15 12:30pm
Not Rated
90 mins
Documentary
Exhibition on Screen brings the incredible story of one of the world’s favourite artists to global cinema screens in this spectacular feature documentary, based on Tate Modern’s first ever exhibition focussed solely on Claude Monet – Monet: Painting Time. Immerse yourself in Monet’s iconic masterpieces and his revolutionary use of light and colour. From his famous Water Lily series to Rouen Cathedral…MORE INFO
Thu, July 15
12:30