Edward Boccia (1921–2012) was a visionary Expressionist painter whose art transcended the conventional boundaries of tone and color. Renowned for his monumental triptychs and polyptychs, Boccia's work looks into themes of love, lust, and the human experience, weaving together Christian, Jewish, and pagan imagery with profoundly personal and spiritual reflections. Beyond his artistic achievements, Boccia was an influential professor who inspired generations of artists while continuing to create masterful works in his Webster Groves studio in St. Louis, Missouri.

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Looking for Edward Boccia is a cinematic journey that celebrates the artist’s legacy by tracing his significant contributions to institutions such as Kol Rinah congregation, Washington University in Saint Louis, and the Saint Louis Art Museum.

The film draws on the perspectives of curators, scholars, and those who knew Boccia personally, offering an intimate and multifaceted portrait of the man in front of the canvas. It delves into his artistic vision, teaching philosophy, and the enduring resonance of his work in the art world and beyond.

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Through his life and creations, Looking for Edward Boccia reveals how art can connect, transform, and inspire, leaving an indelible legacy for future generations.

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A film made possible with the support of the

DOCUMENTARY FILM FUND

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Executive Producers

Alice BOCCIA and Eduardo MONTES-BRADLEY​

Associate Producer Rosa BERLAND

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Made possible with the contribution of

Mrs. Nancy KRANZBERG

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Made in collaboration with

The Edward E. Boccia Research Foundation

Washington University in Saint Louis

Saint Louis Art Museum

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​​Produced by 

HERITAGE FILM PROJECT​​

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Written, Edited, and Directed by

Eduardo MONTES-BRADLEY