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Lust for Life

Biopic of the artist Vincent van Gogh. Driven by intense passions, van Gogh finds himself too often at odds with the world around him as he struggles to make his mark as an artist in late 19th-century Europe.

Anthony Quinn won an Oscar for his portrayal of Paul Gauguin.

1 hour, 57 minutes

Last on

Sat 10 Dec 2016 13:30

麻豆官网首页入口 History: Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890)

Van Gogh is now one of the most well-known post-Impressionist painters, although he was not widely appreciated in his lifetime.

麻豆官网首页入口 Archive: Van Gogh: Portraits of the artist

This collection to explore this troubled man. Critics provide in-depth analysis of his work, often using Van Gogh's letters for information.

Credits

Role Contributor
Vincent van Gogh Kirk Douglas
Paul Gauguin Anthony Quinn
Theo van Gogh James Donald
Christine Pamela Brown
Dr Gachet Everett Sloane
Roulin Niall MacGinnis
Anton Mauve Noel Purcell
Theodorus van Gogh Henry Daniell
Anna Cornelia van Gogh Madge Kennedy
Willemien Jill Bennett
Dr Peyron Lionel Jeffries
Dr Bosman Laurence Naismith
Director Vincente Minnelli
Producer John Houseman
Writer Norman Corwin

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