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Lust for Life

Lust for Life

He had a lust for life. Sometimes he was brutal, sometimes delicate – always he lived with insatiable passion!

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Lust for Life
  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Release Date: 1956-09-15
  • Runtime: 122 minutes
  • Rating: 7.162/10 (194 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.7044
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Kirk Douglas

Kirk Douglas

as Vincent van Gogh

Anthony Quinn

Anthony Quinn

as Paul Gauguin

James Donald

James Donald

as Theo van Gogh

Pamela Brown

Pamela Brown

as Christine

Everett Sloane

Everett Sloane

as Dr. Gachet

Niall MacGinnis

Niall MacGinnis

as Roulin

Noel Purcell

Noel Purcell

as Anton Mauve

Henry Daniell

Henry Daniell

as Theodorus van Gogh

Madge Kennedy

Madge Kennedy

as Anna Cornelia van Gogh

Jill Bennett

Jill Bennett

as Willemien

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Trailers & Clips

Lust For Life - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

suicideparis, francepaintingartistearpainterbiographyhistorical figurearttormentimpressionist19th centuryvincent van gogh

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lust for Life?

Lust for Life is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1956-09-15.

Who are the main actors in Lust for Life?

The main cast includes Kirk Douglas, Anthony Quinn, James Donald, Pamela Brown, Everett Sloane, .

Where can I watch Lust for Life online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Lust for Life is available.

Is Lust for Life based on a true story?

He had a lust for life. Sometimes he was brutal, sometimes delicate – always he lived with insatiable passion!

What is the IMDb rating of Lust for Life?

Lust for Life has an IMDb rating of 7.162/10 based on 194 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Lust for Life?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Lust for Life?

The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Lust for Life filmed?

Lust for Life was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Lust for Life?

The total runtime of Lust for Life is 122 minutes.

Is Lust for Life suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Lust for Life?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Lust for Life.

Does Lust for Life have a post-credit scene?

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