Lust for Life

(1956)Directed by Vincente Minnelli122 minDrama, History
He had a lust for life. Sometimes he was brutal, sometimes delicate – always he lived with insatiable passion!

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.

Kirk Douglasas Vincent van Gogh
Anthony Quinnas Paul Gauguin
James Donaldas Theo van Gogh
Pamela Brownas Christine
Everett Sloaneas Dr. Gachet
Noel Purcellas Anton Mauve
Henry Daniellas Theodorus van Gogh
Madge Kennedyas Anna Cornelia van Gogh
Jill Bennettas Willemien
Lionel Jeffriesas Dr. Peyron
Laurence Naismithas Dr. Bosman
Eric Pohlmannas Colbert
Toni Gerryas Johanna
Claire Du Breyas Housekeeper
HVHelen Van Tuylas Elderly Customer
Isobel Elsomas Mrs. Stricker
David Horneas Rev. Peeters
Noel Howlettas Commissioner Van Den Berghe
William Phippsas Emile Bernard
Jay Adleras Waiter
Paul Bryaras Inspector (uncredited)
Anthony Eustrelas Tersteeg (uncredited)