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