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Vincent & Theo is a biographical drama directed by Oscar-winner Robert Altman, written by Julian Mitchell, and produced by Ludi Boeken and David Conroy in 1990. This film stars Tim Roth as the famous painter Vincent Van Gogh, and Paul Rhys as Theo Van Gogh, Vincent's art dealing brother. This film is described as one of Altman's most underrated masterpieces.
In this film, we follow the life of Vincent Van Gogh and his brother Theo Van Gogh through their difficult and codependent relationship. Throughout the story, we are shown multiple turning points in the brother's lives. From when Vincent initially tells Theo he wants to become an artist, to the financial hardships and emotional turmoil the brothers must go through to the downward spiral of depression Vincent experiences. The story ultimately ends with the violent and tragic suicide of Vincent, and a heartbroken Theo, who has lost the person he not only holds dear but has spent most of his life emotionally dependent on.
I really enjoyed the production of this film. The visuals are stunning, from the landscaping of the flower fields Vincent is in, to the dark, gritty scenes of Vincent having an emotional breakdown. Tom and Paul's acting in this are also quite phenomenal. They have good chemistry and at times made it uncomfortable for me to watch as if I was watching an actual personal conversation (or arguments/fights) between the brothers. However, at the same time, there are multiple times where the sound is muffled and the actors sound like they are mumbling.
As someone whose favorite artist is Vincent Van Gogh, this was definitely very interesting to watch. It is painfully honest how Vincent felt about himself and his craft, feeling like an outsider in society and using painting as a somewhat toxic coping mechanism. The movie does get very intense and brutal, so if you have a sensitive heart, I will not recommend you watch it. However, if you also enjoy Van Gogh's works and are interested in how his craft affected everything in his life from his family, his marriage, and his overall life, I recommend watching it.
Vincent & Theo is a biographical drama directed by Oscar-winner Robert Altman, written by Julian Mitchell, and produced by Ludi Boeken and David Conroy in 1990. This film stars Tim Roth as the famous painter Vincent Van Gogh, and Paul Rhys as Theo Van Gogh, Vincent's art dealing brother. This film is described as one of Altman's most underrated masterpieces.
In this film, we follow the life of Vincent Van Gogh and his brother Theo Van Gogh through their difficult and codependent relationship. Throughout the story, we are shown multiple turning points in the brother's lives. From when Vincent initially tells Theo he wants to become an artist, to the financial hardships and emotional turmoil the brothers must go through to the downward spiral of depression Vincent experiences. The story ultimately ends with the violent and tragic suicide of Vincent, and a heartbroken Theo, who has lost the person he not only holds dear but has spent most of his life emotionally dependent on.
I really enjoyed the production of this film. The visuals are stunning, from the landscaping of the flower fields Vincent is in, to the dark, gritty scenes of Vincent having an emotional breakdown. Tom and Paul's acting in this are also quite phenomenal. They have good chemistry and at times made it uncomfortable for me to watch as if I was watching an actual personal conversation (or arguments/fights) between the brothers. However, at the same time, there are multiple times where the sound is muffled and the actors sound like they are mumbling.
As someone whose favorite artist is Vincent Van Gogh, this was definitely very interesting to watch. It is painfully honest how Vincent felt about himself and his craft, feeling like an outsider in society and using painting as a somewhat toxic coping mechanism. The movie does get very intense and brutal, so if you have a sensitive heart, I will not recommend you watch it. However, if you also enjoy Van Gogh's works and are interested in how his craft affected everything in his life from his family, his marriage, and his overall life, I recommend watching it.