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The Desert of Forbidden Art

In a bold act of defiance, Igor Savitsky secretly saved 40,000 artworks from destruction in Soviet Uzbekistan and established a museum in a remote desert region, now a priceless treasure trove valued in the millions.

A documentary explores the Soviet Union's suppression of art and the courageous efforts of Igor Savitsky, who secretly amassed a collection of 40,000 forbidden works in a remote Uzbekistan desert, defying the regime's censorship.

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Info about The Desert of Forbidden Art

Originally Released: United States, Mar 18, 2011

Production Countries: Canada, United States

Genres:Adventure, Biography, Documentary, Drama, History, War