The incredible story of how an eccentric French shopkeeper turned documentary-maker attempted to locate and befriend Banksy—a graffiti artist with a global reputation, who fiercely guards his anonymity to avoid prosecution— only to have the artist turn the camera back on its owner, with spectacular results. Featuring exclusive footage of Banksy, Shepard Fairey, Invader, and many of the world’s most infamous graffiti artists at work, on walls and in interview.

“The more you think about this unusual film, the more fascinating it becomes culturally and sociologically, dealing with notions of mania and obsession, art and commerce, hype and quality.” (Kenneth Turan, LA Times)

“The widespread speculation that EXIT THROUGH THE GIFT SHOP is a hoax only adds to its fascination.” (Roger Ebert)