The Van Gogh Wake
Originally released in 1990. The Van Gogh Wake is a drama film. directed by Samy Pavel. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
To say that the renowned Impressionist artist, Vincent Van Gogh (1853-90) had a dysfunctional family is likely to do a disservice to ordinary dysfunctional families everywhere. In this unusual drama, the family (and one friend) of the troubled artist gather together to participate in the customary ceremonies that are performed when a close relative, in this case, Vincent, dies. While Vincent's brother Theo (Jean-Pierre Lorit) and his three sisters are genuinely grief-stricken, his mother (Maria Meriko) seems to be a truly stony character, and her cold contempt and disregard for her sensitive son appears to be just as great in death as it was in life. Fans of Vincent's art will be particularly appalled by the woman's attitude to her son's vocation, and more so by at her actions.
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- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Van Gogh Wake about?
To say that the renowned Impressionist artist, Vincent Van Gogh (1853-90) had a dysfunctional family is likely to do a disservice to ordinary dysfunctional families everywhere. In this unusual dram...
Who directed The Van Gogh Wake?
The Van Gogh Wake was directed by Samy Pavel.
How long is The Van Gogh Wake?
The Van Gogh Wake has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Van Gogh Wake released?
The Van Gogh Wake was released on December 23, 1990 in theaters.