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