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Edvard Munch
1976
Famously described by Ingmar Bergman as "a work of genius", Peter Watkins' multi-faceted masterwork is more than just a biopic of the iconic Norwegian Expressionist painter, it is one of the best films ever made about the artistic process. Focusing initially on Munch's formative years in late 19th Century Kristiana (now Oslo), .. Read more
| Starring | Geir Westby, Gro Fraas, Kerstii Allum, Eric Allum |
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| Director | Peter Watkins |
| Genres | Drama, World Cinema |
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Edvard Munch
Famously described by Ingmar Bergman as "a work of genius", Peter Watkins' multi-faceted masterwork is more than just a biopic of the iconic Norwegian Expressionist painter, it is one of the best films ever made about the artistic process. Focusing initially on Munch's formative years in late 19th Century Kristiana (now Oslo), Watkins uses his trademark style to create a vivid picture of the emotional, political and social upheavals that would have such an effect on his art.
| Starring | Geir Westby, Gro Fraas, Kerstii Allum, Eric Allum, Susan Troldmyr, Ragnvald Caspari, Katja Pedersen, Hjordis Ulriksen, Inger-Berit Oland, Amund Berge, Camilla Falk, Erik Kristiansen, Anne-Marie Daehli |
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| Director | Peter Watkins |
| Studio | ARVATO |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 51 mins |
| Certificate |  |
| Genres | Drama, World Cinema |
| Language | DVD: Norwegian, French |
| Hearing-impaired | English |
| Subtitles | DVD: English |
| Released | Production year: 1976 To Rent: DVD: 22 Oct 2007 |
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Watkins' biography of the formative years of the pioneer Expressionist easily vindicates its running time. As Munch... read more on Time Out
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Weighty, somewhat confusing, and only for Munch fanatics
I was looking forward to watching this film, having studied Munch in depth on a PhD - however, I was very disappointed, and didn't even watch it to the end... read more »
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The background of the art creation
Yes, is true! Peter Watkins definitely is far to be Hollywod-ian. But, as a director is one of the greatest Brittish directors. Even for UK is unusual because ... read more »
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Epic Norwegian docudrama
This three and a half hour biographical film by Peter Watkins about the artist Edvard Munch was originally made for television. It focuses on Munch’s ... read more »
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Edvard Munch - this film made ME scream
An overindulgent, clumsy biopic of an interesting painter. I came to this wanting to know more about Munch, but knew I was in for trouble when the droning '... read more »
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Edvard Munch
Famously described by Ingmar Bergman as "a work of genius", Peter Watkins' multi-faceted masterwork is more than just a biopic of the iconic Norwegian Expressionist painter, it is one of the best films ever made about the artistic process. Focusing initially on Munch's formative years in late 19th ...
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