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EDVARD MUNCH (1974)


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Masters of Cinema Collection # 51

DVD Release Date: October 22, 2007


Director: Peter Watkins

Description:
Famously described by the late Ingmar Bergman as 'a work of genius', Peter Watkins' multi-faceted masterwork is more than just a biopic of the iconic Norwegian Expressionist painter, it is one of the best films ever made about the artistic process. Focusing initially on Munch's formative years in late 19th century Kristiania (now Oslo), Watkins uses his trademark style to create a vivid picture of the emotional, political, and social upheavals that would have such an effect on his art.

The young artist (Geir Westby) has an affair with 'Mrs. Heiberg' (Gro Fraas), a devastating experience that will haunt him for the rest of his life. His work is viciously attacked by critics and public alike and he is forced to leave his home country for Berlin, where, along with the notorious Swedish playwright August Strindberg, he becomes part of the cultural storm that is to sweep Europe.

There have been countless film biographies of famous artists, but only a handful can be considered major works in their own right. The Masters of Cinema Series is proud to present Watkins' extended 221-minute version, originally made for television.


Format: PAL

DVD Size: 7.62 GB -- Exact Untouched Copy

Runtime (main feature): 211 minutes

Type: Color

Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 OAR

Sound (main feature): English

Subtitles: optional English



DISC FEATURES:

# Director-approved high-definition restoration of the long version.
# Newly translated optional English subtitles.
# Optional SDH subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.



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