Van Gogh: Painted with Words

Van Gogh: Painted with Words is a powerful drama-documentary that delves into the life of the renowned artist Vincent Van Gogh. With Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role, the film paints a vivid portrait of Van Gogh's life, using only the words from his letters to his younger brother Theo and those closest to him. This unique approach offers a fresh and intimate perspective on the artist's life, revealing a man torn between his creative passion and his inner turmoil.

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