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