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