Lust for Life
Lust for Life
Release: 1956-09-15·Runtime: 122m·★ 7.2
DramaHistory
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.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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Cast
James Donaldas Theo van Gogh
Pamela Brownas Christine
Niall MacGinnisas Roulin
Laurence Naismithas Dr. Bosman
Claire Du Breyas Housekeeper
Anthony Eustrelas Tersteeg (uncredited)
Len Lesseras Cartoonist (uncredited)
George J. Lewisas Gendarme (uncredited)
Eric Pohlmannas Colbert
Isobel Elsomas Mrs. Stricker
Marion Rossas Sister Clothilde (uncredited)
Everett Sloaneas Dr. Gachet
Jill Bennettas Willemien
Lionel Jeffriesas Dr. Peyron
Jeanette Sterkeas Kay
Toni Gerryas Johanna
William Phippsas Emile Bernard
Jay Adleras Waiter
Kirk Douglasas Vincent van Gogh
Anthony Quinnas Paul Gauguin
Noel Purcellas Anton Mauve
Henry Daniellas Theodorus van Gogh
Madge Kennedyas Anna Cornelia van Gogh
David Horneas Rev. Peeters
Noel Howlettas Commissioner Van Den Berghe
Paul Bryaras Inspector (uncredited)Crew
" />William TuttleMakeup Designer
" />Freddie YoungDirector of Photography
" />Russell HarlanDirector of Photography
" />Sydney GuilaroffHair Designer
" />Miklós RózsaOriginal Music Composer
" />John HousemanProducer
" />Walter PlunkettCostume Designer
" />Cedric GibbonsArt Direction
" />Edwin B. WillisSet Decoration
" />Vincente MinnelliDirector