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