Van Gogh & Japan (2019)

The untold story on Van Gogh's art.

Van Gogh & Japan (2019) poster

"I envy the Japanese" Van Gogh wrote to his brother Theo. In the exhibition on which this film is based - VAN GOGH & JAPAN at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam - one can see why. Though Vincent van Gogh never visited Japan it is the country that had the most profound influence on him and his art. One cannot understand Van Gogh without understanding how Japanese art arrived in Paris in the middle of the 19th century and the profound impact it had on artists like Monet, Degas and, above all, Van Gogh. The film travels not only to France and the Netherlands but also to Japan to further explore the remarkable heritage that so affected Van Gogh and made him the artist we know of today.

Director: David Bickerstaff
Genre: History, Documentary
Runtime: 85 min
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Production: Seventh Art Productions
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

paintings, japanese art

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Van Gogh & Japan about?
"I envy the Japanese" Van Gogh wrote to his brother Theo. In the exhibition on which this film is based - VAN GOGH & JAPAN at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam - one can see why. Though Vincent van Gogh never visited Japan it is the country that had the most profound influence on him and his art. One cannot understand Van Gogh without understanding how Japanese art arrived in Paris in the middle of the 19th century and the profound impact it had on artists like Monet, Degas and, above all, Van Gogh. The film travels not only to France and the Netherlands but also to Japan to further explore the remarkable heritage that so affected Van Gogh and made him the artist we know of today.
Who directed Van Gogh & Japan?
Van Gogh & Japan was directed by David Bickerstaff.
Who stars in Van Gogh & Japan?
Van Gogh & Japan stars Vincent van Gogh.
How long is Van Gogh & Japan?
Van Gogh & Japan has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
What genre is Van Gogh & Japan?
Van Gogh & Japan is a History, Documentary film.
Where was Van Gogh & Japan produced?
Van Gogh & Japan was produced in United Kingdom.