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