Announcements
*We recommend securing your tickets & seats
as soon as possible as shows are seling out quickly.*
aspen film screening - March 2025
Our film, The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka and the Art of Survival, is coming to Aspen!
Join us at Aspen Film for an unforgettable screening in March 2025.
But that’s not all! Following the screening, there will be a special panel discussion featuring the inspirational Marisa de Lempicka, Tamara de Lempicka’s great-granddaughter and celebrated author, alongside award-winning Director, Writer, and Producer Julie Rubio.
📍Where: Aspen Film Isis Theatre
📅 When: Tuesday, March 4 (5PM)
🎟️ Tickets: https://isistickets.btmcinemas.com/checkout/showing/tamara-de-lempicka-the-art-of-survival/1508608
museum of fine arts, houston Screening - Spring 2025
We are proud to announce "The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka and the Art of Survival" has been selected as part of the prestigious Tamara de Lempicka Retrospective Exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston—and we are deeply honored to be included in this extraordinary celebration of her life and work. This groundbreaking documentary delves into the resilience, artistry, and remarkable story of one of the 20th century’s most visionary artists. To see her journey illuminated alongside her iconic works in this landmark exhibition is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Let’s come together to celebrate the enduring legacy of Tamara de Lempicka, her artistry, and her profound will to survive.
📍Where: The Museum of Fine Arts - Houston, Texas
📅 When: March 15th (5PM) & April 5th (7PM)
🎟️ Tickets: More information to come!
museum of fine arts, Boston Screening - march 2025
Exciting news, art lovers! We're thrilled to announce the Massachusetts Premiere of "The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka and the Art of Survival"! 🌟 Join us for a riveting look into the life of a woman whose bold, glamorous Art Deco style defined an era. Directed by the talented Julie Rubio, this documentary is set to captivate and inspire.
📍Where: Harry and Mildred Remis Auditorium 161 (Museum of Fine Arts - Boston)
📅 When: March 23rd (2:30pm)
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.mfa.org/event/film/the-true-story-of-tamara-de-lempicka-and-the-art-of-survival?event=138786
Members: $12
Non-Members: $15
(Tickets go on sale February 18th!)
lighthouse cinema - April 19 2025
Witness the breathtaking story of a legend. "Tamara De Lempicka & the Art of Survival" premieres at Lighthouse Cinema, April 19th at 7 PM, a cinematic masterpiece that weaves together the luminous strokes of Lempicka's iconic Art Deco paintings with the dramatic arc of her extraordinary life. Join us at Lighthouse Cinema for a post-screening Q&A with the director and producer for an exclusive glimpse into the creation of this stunning film. Discover the story of an artist whose legacy continues to resonate, right here at your beloved Lighthouse Cinema.
📍Where: Lighthouse Cinema, Pacific Grove, CA
📅 When: Saturday, April 19th (7PM)
River oaks theater screening - April 2025
Come watch "The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival" in the late Lempicka's local River Oaks Theater. This is a very special screening as Tamara used to watch movies in this very theater when she lived in Texas! Don't miss this amazing opportunity!
📍Where: River Oaks Theater - Houston, Texas
📅 When: Tuesday, April 15th (7PM)
lark theater - may 2025
Screening followed by a Q&A with Director, Producer, and Writer Julie, and Co-Producer Blake Wellen. (Additional screenings to be announced at this location.)
📍Where: Lark Theater, Larkspur, CA
📅 When: Friday, May 2, 2025 (6:30PM)
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"The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival" Playing at the de Young Museum of San Francisco on January 11, 2025
“The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival” will screen in its entirety at San Francisco’s de Young Museum on January 11, 2025, in conjunction with the museum’s highly anticipated de Lempicka retrospective, which opens October 12, 2024. The screening is expected to draw significant attention from art and film enthusiasts alike, providing a platform for Rubio's film to reach a diverse audience.
The co-curators of the exhibition, independent scholar Gioia Mori and Furio Rinaldi, Curator-in-Charge of Prints, Drawings and Photographs at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, respectively lended their knowledge and expertise to the film. Rinaldi is interviewed throughout the documentary, and offers deep insights into Lempicka's artistic journey and delves into her art and training.
Furthermore, both the documentary and Julie Rubio’s contribution to the current knowledge of Tamara de Lempicka are acknowledged in the scholarly catalog which accompanies the museum exhibition. In her documentary, Rubio shares relevant discoveries pertaining to Lempicka’s biography which have been unearthed by archivist Andrzej Słowicki and journalist Monika Krajewska (Discovery, Falkty TVN Poland).
📍Where: Koret Auditorium at the de Young Museum
📅 When: January 11, 2025 - 1:00PM
Introduction by: Furio Rinaldi, curator of the Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts, and Julie Rubio, the film’s director. Q&A to follow.
🎟️ Exhibit Tickets: https://www.famsf.org/exhibitions/tamara-de-lempicka?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAvvO7BhC-ARIsAGFyToVWuUu3tIifMTrBy7I7zA_EBYfy0RcviUr-sd9ZjlgbDMC2-tNE-Q8aAnpkEALw_wcB
📢 Free Admission to Screening: Theater doors open 30 minutes before the program. Seating is limited, unassigned, and first come, first served. Note: Theater admission does not include access to the museum galleries or the special exhibition.
More details here: https://www.famsf.org/events/film-screening-true-story-tamara-de-lempicka
New York Premiere at the New York Jewish Film Festival, Presented by the jewish Museum and film at lincoln center
We are thrilled to announce our New York Premiere! The New York Premiere at the New York Jewish Film Festival, presented by The Jewish Museum and Film at Lincoln Center! Join us for this unforgettable event celebrating art, legacy, and storytelling, featuring the acclaimed film that’s earning rave reviews! We are looking forward to seeing you there!
Experience the Ultimate Exclusive: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Q&A with Marisa de Lempicka, great-granddaughter of Tamara de Lempicka, Tony-nominated icon Eden Espinosa, and award-winning Director & Producer Julie Rubio.
📍Where: Walter Reade Theater
📅 When: Tuesday, January 28
Showtimes: 3:00 PM & 8:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.filmlinc.org/films/the-true-story-of-tamara-de-lempicka-the-art-of-survival/
(Become an FLC Member and save $5 on all tickets year-round)
More details here: https://www.filmlinc.org/festivals/new-york-jewish-film-festival/
San diego international jewish film Festival - February 2025
We are so excited to announce the screening of "The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival" at the San Diego International Jewish Film Festival coming up in February 6, 2025! Stay tuned for ticketing information!
📍Where: David & Dorothea Garfield Theater
📅 When: February 6, 2025 - 4:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: Coming soon!
Little roxie pre-theatrical Screening - November 2024
Tickets are live for an upcoming pre-theatrical screening at the iconic San Francisco nonprofit cinema, the Little Roxie Theater. "The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival" will play on November 6 at 6:10pm and November 10 at 2:10pm. This two day event has limited seating, so be sure to book your tickets now!
Tickets: https://roxie.com/film/the-true-story-of-tamara-de-lempicka-the-art-of-survival/
premiere at Mill Valley film Festival 2024
East Meets West Productions LLC proudly announces the premiere of its highly anticipated documentary, "The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival," at Mill Valley Film Festival 2024. We feel blessed to premiere our film at the Mill Valley Film Festival, with its esteemed history and dedication to highlighting innovative and compelling stories.
A Q&A session will follow the screening, featuring Paula Birnbaum, Anne Paddy, Nancy Couch, and Scott Niichel. They will be joined by Writer, Director, and Producer Julie Rubio; Co-Producers Svetlana Cvetko, Neva Tassan, and Blake Wellen; Editor David Scott Smith; Associate Producer Elijah Stavena; and a few special guests. In addition, great-granddaughter Marisa de Lempicka and granddaughter Victoria de Lempicka will be in the audience at both screenings.
📅 Premiere Date: October 11, 2024 (7:00pm)
📍 Venue: Sequoia 2 Theater
📅 Premiere Date: October 13, 2024 (2:00pm)
📍 Venue: Lark Theater
Tickets will be available for purchase by CAFilm members on September 14 and for the general public on September 18!
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.mvff.com/
Exclusive Post-premiere receptions
Exclusive Soirée for Ticket Holders Following October 11 MVFF Premiere!
After the October 11 screening, join us for a fabulous soirée at Seager Gray Gallery, just down the street from the Sequoia Theatre. This special gathering for ticket holders will feature a stunning Tamara de Lempicka still life painting as our guest of honor—on loan from the private collection of Rowland Weinstein of Weinstein Galleries in San Francisco. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the film and see a rare piece of Tamara’s work in person!
Seager Gray Gallery – 108 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Left Bank Gathering Following October 13 Screening!
Following our film screening and Q&A at the Lark Theater on Sunday, October 13, we invite you to join us for an intimate gathering at Left Bank, just a short stroll from the theater. As seating is limited, please make your own reservation.
This informal, self-hosted event offers a unique opportunity to connect with our cast and crew, as well as explore the amazing books by authors Marisa de Lempicka, Victoria de Lempicka, Anne Paddy, Laura Claridge, Paula Birnbaum, and many of our Q&A panelists. Celebrate the film, enjoy their company, and discover their exquisite works on Tamara de Lempicka.
Left Bank Brasserie, 507 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, CA 94939
Roxie Theater Pre-theatrical Screening In San Francisco
Get ready for an exclusive, one-day-only pre-theatrical sneak peek of "The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival" at the iconic Roxie Theater on Sunday, October 26, 2024, at 1:00 PM. Be among the first to experience this bold, inspiring film that delves into the incredible life of Tamara de Lempicka—an artist, visionary, and trailblazer whose daring and unapologetic spirit redefined art in the 20th century. Seating is limited and this special event is expected to sell out fast, so don't miss this chance to witness her story on the big screen!
🎟️ Tickets: https://roxie.com/film/the-true-story-of-tamara-de-lempicka-the-art-of-survival/
About "The true story of tamara de lempicka & The art of survival"
When Rubio set out to make the first feature-length documentary film about the third most valuable female modern artist in the world, she had no idea how relevant and groundbreaking it would be or how it would reshape art history. During the pandemic, Rubio sought to uncover the resting place of Tamara de Lempicka’s grandparents, Bernard and Clementina Deckler, in a Jewish cemetery. Rubio's contact in Poland, Arthur Stepinski, braved harsh -4 °C weather to capture photos of the Deckler family tomb. After several delays, access was granted, revealing the final resting place of Tamara’s grandparents. Arthur Stepinski's tireless dedication in providing documents and photos helped bring these hidden truths to light for the very first time. Clementina, who showered Tamara with love and encouragement, played a crucial role in shaping her ambitions and dreams. Rubio shared these findings with journalist Monika Krajewska, and in return, Krajewska shared Tamara's mother and father's conversion publications.
It has long been documented that Tamara de Lempicka, originally known as Tamara Rosalia Gurwik-Górska, was born on May 16, 1898. However, a recent document revealed that this was not her true name. Tamara de Lempicka's family shared these new findings with Rubio, which included a certificate revealing her original name as Tamara Rosa Hurwitz and confirming her true birth year as 1894. This new information, regarding Lempicka's birth date and the Hurwitz family's conversion from Judaism to Calvinism, sheds light on her determination and the reasons behind her lack of transparency. Tamara lied in order to survive. These actions, including concealing her Jewish heritage and family’s history of persecution, were essential for her and her family’s survival, rather than deceitful fabrications. Contemporary research often overlooks these significant aspects of Lempicka’s life, diminishing the depth of her resilience and adaptation.
Reevaluating Lempicka’s narrative with empathy and insight reveals a complex journey of a Jewish survivor. Her artwork, characterized by its bold, stylized Art Deco portrayal of the human form, serves as a vibrant testament to her experiences. Through her paintings, Lempicka not only captured the era’s zeitgeist but also encoded her struggles, resilience, and identity into her paintings. The film highlights that an attack on art and artists is an important - and dangerous - warning sign for other freedoms that we hold so dear.
This deeper appreciation of Tamara de Lempicka’s experiences, artwork, and legacy highlights her remarkable survival and the profound impact of her story in understanding the resilience of all refugees, and using her pain to create something beautiful.
See article: “Tamara De Lempicka Falsified Her Date of Birth, the Mystery of Her Age Was Revealed Thanks to an Archival Document” Metropolitan Magazine - Here
See article: “Gioia Mori, the Last Mystery of Tamara de Lempicka Falls,” ANSA Magazine - Here
For more information, see Julie Rubio - Wikipedia: Here
screenings
past events
Art deco society of new York q&a - January 2025
Join the Art Deco Society of New York for a special evening at the stunning De Lamar Mansion, home of the Polish Consulate in New York, for a lively discussion about artist Tamara de Lempicka. We will be joined by Tamara’s granddaughter, Marisa de Lempicka; Anne Paddy, author of Tamara de Lempicka. Behind the Scenes; and award-wining documentary film maker, Julie Rubio, on the eve of the New York premiere of her new film, "The True Story of Tamara De Lempicka & The Art of Survival."
📍Where: 233 Madison Avenue
📅 When: Monday, January 28th, 2025 (6:30 - 8:30PM)
🎟️ Website: https://artdecosocietyofnewyork.wildapricot.org/event-5992979