Vincent: The Life and Death of Vincent Van Gogh

Synopsis

Based on the letters Van Gogh wrote to his brother Theo. The letters are illustrated by live action (without dialogue) and centre upon key episodes in his life, such as his decision to become a clergyman and failing in the training. Charts the last ten years of his life.

Language

English

Country

Netherlands

Medium

Film; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 99 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1988

Availability

Hire

Subjects

Art

Keywords

biographies; Gogh, Vincent van; painters; paintings - Netherlandish

Credits

Director

Paul Coc

Cast

John Hurt

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Distributor

Name

Artificial Eye Film Company

Email

info@artificial-eye.com

Web

http://www.artificial-eye.com External site opens in new window

Phone

020 7240 5353

Fax

020 7240 5242

Address

14 King Street
London
WC2E 8HR