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