Lust for Life
"He had a lust for life. Sometimes he was brutal, sometimes delicate – always he lived with insatiable passion!"
Originally released in 1956. Lust for Life is a drama/history film. directed by Vincente Minnelli. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kirk Douglas, Anthony Quinn, and James Donald
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (203 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kirk Douglas
as Vincent van Gogh
Anthony Quinn
as Paul Gauguin
James Donald
as Theo van Gogh
Pamela Brown
as Christine
Everett Sloane
as Dr. Gachet
Niall MacGinnis
as Roulin
Noel Purcell
as Anton Mauve
Henry Daniell
as Theodorus van Gogh
Madge Kennedy
as Anna Cornelia van Gogh
Jill Bennett
as Willemien
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lust for Life about?
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, ...
Who directed Lust for Life?
Lust for Life was directed by Vincente Minnelli.
How long is Lust for Life?
Lust for Life has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was Lust for Life released?
Lust for Life was released on September 15, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lust for Life?
The main cast of Lust for Life includes Kirk Douglas, Anthony Quinn, James Donald, Pamela Brown, Everett Sloane.
Is Lust for Life worth watching?
Lust for Life has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 203 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.