Van Gogh: Painted with Words
Originally released in 2010. Van Gogh: Painted with Words is a drama/documentary film. directed by Andrew Hutton. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Jamie Parker, and Aidan McArdle
Synopsis
A drama-documentary presented by Alan Yentob, with Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role. Every word spoken by the actors in this film is sourced from the letters that Van Gogh sent to his younger brother Theo, and of those around him. What emerges is a complex portrait of a sophisticated, civilised and yet tormented man.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 5, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (58 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Benedict Cumberbatch
as Vincent Van Gogh
Jamie Parker
as Theo Van Gogh
Aidan McArdle
as Paul Gauguin
Christopher Good
as Theodorus Van Gogh
Rowena Cooper
as Anna Van Gogh
Daniel Weyman
as Anthon Van Rappard
Ferdinand Kingsley
as Albert Aurier
David Baron
as Bernard Soule
Stephanie Jacob
as Marguerite Crevlin
Katherine Kanter
as Jeanne Coulomb
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
- BBC Scotland
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Gogh: Painted with Words about?
A drama-documentary presented by Alan Yentob, with Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role. Every word spoken by the actors in this film is sourced from the letters that Van Gogh sent to his younger ...
Who directed Van Gogh: Painted with Words?
Van Gogh: Painted with Words was directed by Andrew Hutton.
How long is Van Gogh: Painted with Words?
Van Gogh: Painted with Words has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Van Gogh: Painted with Words released?
Van Gogh: Painted with Words was released on April 5, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Van Gogh: Painted with Words?
The main cast of Van Gogh: Painted with Words includes Benedict Cumberbatch, Jamie Parker, Aidan McArdle, Christopher Good, Rowena Cooper.