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