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