Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours (2001)

This film is about the painter Sveinn Björnsson (1925-1997), and his struggles to perfect his art. Following a wide-ranging exhibition at the Kjarvalsstaðir Art Gallery in 1989, he has become tired of the fantasy style which he had been developing for thirty years. What needed to happen in order for him to create something new? What sacrifices would it involve? This film is about that struggle experienced by creative artists. The film is not a biography, or a learned review of the painter's style, but it does show a side of the man which very few see. One evening, he feels he is not alone in his studio; it feels as if some being is there who wants to help him.

Director: Erlendur Sveinsson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 113 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Erlendur Sveinsson
Cinematography: Sigurður Sverrir Pálsson
Editing: Erlendur Sveinsson
Production: Kvikmyndaverstöðin ehf.
Country: Iceland
Language: Íslenska
Original Language: is
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours about?
This film is about the painter Sveinn Björnsson (1925-1997), and his struggles to perfect his art. Following a wide-ranging exhibition at the Kjarvalsstaðir Art Gallery in 1989, he has become tired of the fantasy style which he had been developing for thirty years. What needed to happen in order for him to create something new? What sacrifices would it involve? This film is about that struggle experienced by creative artists. The film is not a biography, or a learned review of the painter's style, but it does show a side of the man which very few see. One evening, he feels he is not alone in his studio; it feels as if some being is there who wants to help him.
Who directed Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours?
Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours was directed by Erlendur Sveinsson.
Who stars in Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours?
Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours stars Hjalti Rögnvaldsson, Sveinn Björnsson, Helga E. Jónsdóttir.
How long is Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours?
Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours has a runtime of 1h 53m (113 minutes).
What genre is Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours?
Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours is a Documentary film.
Where was Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours produced?
Passio: A Painter's Psalm of Colours was produced in Iceland.