Wigs and Candles

Episode 4 - Van Gogh: At Eternity's Gate

May 4, 2025·1h 5m
Episode Description from the Publisher

To close their 5th season dedicated to artists and films about their lives, Gaby and Andreina discuss the 2018 film Van Gogh: At Eternity’s Gate.Directed by Julien Schnabel and starring Willem Dafoe as Vincent Van Gogh, the movie is a visually arresting and moving depiction of the painter’s last years. In their discussion, Gaby and Andreina discuss the representation of the artist’s imagination and subjectivity in film, Julien Schnabel’s rich directorial approach, and their connection to Van Gogh and his art.***Spoiler alert! While reviewing this film, we go through key scenes and may reveal the ending, so be warned of spoilers!***Links and sources:Interview with director Julian Schnabel at the TIFF 2018Interview with Willem DafoeInterview with Oscar IsaacJohn Berger, The Sense of SightSelf-Portrait with Bandaged Ear, Vincent van GoghVan Gogh Museum

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