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