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M. C. Escher: Journey to Infinity
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M. C. Escher: Journey to Infinity

2018-04-12 · 81 min · ★ 7.0

Documentary · History

A portrait of the visionary Dutch artist M. C. Escher (1898-1972), according to his own words, taken from his diary, his correspondence and the texts of his lectures.

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Directors
Robin Lutz
Production companies
Robin Lutz AV Producties, Stichting Prototo
Countries
Netherlands
Status
Released

Top Cast

Alexander van BreemenM. C. Escher (voice)
Graham NashGraham NashSelf - Musician
George EscherSelf - Eldest Son
Jan EscherSelf - Youngest Son
Liesbeth Escher-HogenhoutSelf - Daughter-in-law
Stephen FryStephen FryM. C. Escher (voice)
M. C. EscherM. C. EscherSelf - Graphic Artist (archive footage)
Harold Scott MacDonald CoxeterSelf - Mathematician (archive footage)

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