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