Thomas Haller has achieved the kind of fame that most artists only dream of: shows in London and New York, paintings sold for a fortune. The vision he presents to the world is one of an untouchable genius at the top of his game. It is also a lie.
Manages to transcend the hurdles of its subject matter and take us along as rapt voyeurs ... The Violet Hour offers a convincing and compelling portrait of a very rarefied world.