---
title: "Picture of Beauty"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/picture-of-beauty-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 469877
imdb_id: "tt6479178"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 70
community_rating: 4.2
vote_count: 63
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Picture of Beauty (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/picture-of-beauty-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Picture of Beauty" is set in an early 20th century village. In this village, a painter is given an unusual commission. The painter selects two girls to model for him, and they begin to explore their surroundings. As the girls spend time together, they experience personal growth and develop their identities. The village is portrayed as a repressed society, where the girls' exploration of their sexuality is significant. The girls' experiences and newfound understanding of themselves are a central aspect of the film. The story takes place in a time period characterized by social norms and expectations. The film's focus is on the girls' journey towards self-discovery and liberation.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A painter takes an unusual commission in an early twentieth century village."

### Why Watch
- features a unique early twentieth century setting
- explores themes of coming of age and liberation

### Caveats & Content Note
- short runtime of one hour and ten minutes
- Tone & Suitability: The film explores coming of age and sexuality within a repressed society.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, romance

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | The Roku Channel | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Maxim Ford
- **Networks / Studios**: La Femme Erotic

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Danielle Rose** as *Stephanie*
- **Taylor Sands** as *Julia*
- **Paweł Hajnos** as *Franek*
- **Magdalena Bochan-Jachimek** as *Hazel*
- **Joanna Mazewska** as *Magdelena*
- **Joanna Sobocinska** as *Delilah*
- **Lidia Banach** as *Girl*
- **Misha Czumaczenko** as *Girl*
- **Ernestyna Winnicka** as *Marriage Broker*
- **Sylwia Kaczmarek** as *Madam*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of Picture of Beauty?
The film was released in 2017.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and romance.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The film has a runtime of one hour and ten minutes.

### Q: Where is the story set?
The story is set in an early twentieth century village.

### Q: What is the premise of the story?
A painter with an unusual commission finds two pretty girls to model for him as they come of age and explore their sexuality.

---
*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*