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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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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This three and a half hour biographical film by Peter Watkins about the artist Edvard Munch was originally made for television.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 Munchs ... 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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truly memorable
yes it is a long film! i watched it over several sittings and found it utterly mesmerising.
it was also refreshing to be watching something a bit ... read more »
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Edvard Munch
Running as this film does for three-and-a-half hours demands a huge creative, almost egomanic, energy to sustain it. One thinks of Wagner in this respect. ... read more »
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Edvard Munch
A deep and insightful film, which beautifully portrays the artist and his struggles. The film consisted of flashbacks, which were both mesmeric and disturbing ... read more »
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Edward Munch
A very long, interesting movie, but it would benefit from some cutting.
I love Munch paintings, and it was very interesting to find out about his ... read more »
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Exhausting
Don't watch this if you're feeling tired, depressed or have a bad cough - It's an interesting journey through Munchs life and work but you will have... read more »
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What??
Oh dear. Well I don't know where to start. Confusing to say the least. It was shot documentary style or thats what it was trying to do. Sadly it was very ... read more »
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Mintos Munchos!
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