Mary Cassatt: American Impressionist

Plot

The six-part made-for-television Artists' Specials Series is an entertaining and educational collection of children's films. Programs focus on a significant segment of a famous artist's life. Biographical information is mixed with fiction to create compelling stories reflecting turning points in the lives of revered art world figures. In Mary Cassatt: American Impressionist, children are introduced to one of the country's foremost printmakers and women artists. The story revolves around a visit from Cassatt's brother and his three rowdy children just days prior to an important Paris exhibition, and a meeting with painter Edgar Degas. Other videos in the series include Degas and the Dancer, Rembrandt: Fathers and Sons, and Monet: Shadow and Light. The highly acclaimed series is designed for youngsters age eight and older. ~ Sally Barber, Rovi

Cast

• Amy Brenneman - Mary Cassatt
• Thomas Jay Ryan - Edgar Degas
• Charlotte Sullivan - Katherine Cassat

Noah Shebib - Gilbert; Jonathan Koensgen - Robert Cassat; Emma Isherwood - Elsie Cassat

Credit

Richard Mozer - Director

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