directed by: Vincente Minnelli, year: 1956
actors: Kirk Douglas, Anthony Quinn, James Donald

Lust for Life is a biographical film about the tumultuous life of Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, based on the novel by Irving Stone. The film explores Van Gogh's passionate pursuit of artistic expression and his struggles with mental illness. Set against the backdrop of the Post-Impressionist movement, it highlights his relationships with fellow artists, particularly Paul Gauguin, and his journey toward creating some of the most influential masterpieces in art history.

Biography, Drama, Post Impressionism, Art, Vincent Van Gogh