Painted with Words
2010
Biography / Documentary

Painted with Words
2010
Biography / Documentary
Plot summary
A drama-documentary presented by Alan Yentob, with Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role. Every word spoken by the actors in this film is sourced from the letters that Van Gogh sent to his younger brother Theo, and of those around him. What emerges is a complex portrait of a sophisticated, civilised and yet tormented man.
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Benedict Cumberbatch as Vincent Van Gogh
Aidan McArdle as Paul Gauguin
Daniel Weyman as Anthon Van Rappard
Jamie Parker as Theo Van Gogh
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Engaging (and informative)
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Peculiar story-telling, but an outstanding performance
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Really wonderful
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