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Sunday, June 29 · 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM PDT

Centerpiece Screening: “Plunderer: The Life and Times of a Nazi Art Thief”

Ages 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s+

CENTERPIECE PROGRAM:LA Premiere of “Plunderer: The Life and Times of a Nazi Art Thief” in partnership with Museum of Tolerance
Q&A to follow screening with subject in the film, historian Jonathan Petropolis and Randy Schoenberg, subject of “Woman in Gold” and art restitution attorney.
DURING WORLD WAR II, THE NAZIS STOLE OVER HALF A MILLION WORKS OF ART, MAINLY FROM JEWISH FAMILIES.

Come join us for the LA premiere of this gripping documentary at the Museum of Tolerance! Get ready to delve into the world of a notorious Nazi art thief and uncover the secrets behind some of history’s most infamous heists.

Historian Jonathan Petropoulos investigates the life of former Nazi art dealer Bruno Lohse, who became Hermann Göring’s personal collector in Paris, tasked with finding the most desirable works of art the Nazis stole from Jews. Lohse’s associates, and descendants of the victims of Nazi art theft. With a look at stunning masterpieces and a deep archive of personal letters, Plunderer reveals the dark underbelly of the international art world.

This in-person event promises to be both educational and eye-opening. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to witness the unveiling of “Plunderer”!

Sponsored by Pamela and Randol SchoenbergIn Partnership with Museum of Tolerance, Villa Aurora/Thomas Mann House, and Jewish Story Partners

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