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202546 minPGdocumentary

6.2/ 10(19 ratings)• TMDB

Van Gogh by Vincent

202546 minPGdocumentary

6.2/ 10(19 ratings)• TMDB

Eight of Vincent Van Gogh's most iconic self-portraits illustrate the story of an artist whose career spanned just ten years.

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Eight of Vincent Van Gogh's most iconic self-portraits illustrate the story of an artist whose career spanned just ten years.

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Richard Shawdirector

Zahra Ahmadi

Zahra Ahmadicast

Jack Etchellscast

Adam Woolleycast

Frances Christiecast

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Vincent Van Gogh painted more than 30 self-portraits during his brief career, which lasted only ten years. "Van Gogh by Vincent" focuses on eight of these iconic works. Each portrait reveals aspects of his life and thoughts. The film presents a narrative of Van Gogh's experiences through his own eyes. It provides context for his artistic choices and emotional struggles. The documentary runs for 46 minutes and offers insight into the mind of one of history's most famous artists.

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