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