Lust for Life (1956)

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Lust for Life on IMDb 7.4/10 8,656 votes

Released:
1956-09-15

Overview:
An intense and imaginative artist, revered Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh possesses undeniable talent, but he is plagued by mental problems and frustrations with failure. Supported by his brother, Theo, the tormented Van Gogh eventually leaves Holland for France, where he meets volatile fellow painter Paul Gauguin and struggles to find greater inspiration.

Director:
Vincente Minnelli

Runtime:
2h 2min

Genre:
Drama, History

  • Cast:
  • Kirk Douglas
    as
    Vincent van Gogh
  • Anthony Quinn
    as
    Paul Gauguin
  • James Donald
    as
    Theo van Gogh
  • Pamela Brown
    as
    Christine
  • Everett Sloane
    as
    Dr. Gachet