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73% Critic Match
Edvard Munch
“A superlative film”
7.3 / 10• 1974• 2h 54m•NR• Norwegian
TV MovieHistoryDrama
Storyline
Edvard Munch's childhood is overshadowed by death: he suffers the loss of his sister and mother, while enduring serious illness himself, almost dying. At university, Munch discovers his talent as a painter. As he immerses himself in the art world, he becomes part of a cultural revolution led by the likes of nihilist Hans Jæger.
Cast & Crew
Geir Westby
Edvard Munch
Lead
Gro Fraas
Fru Heiberg
Peter Watkins
Narrator (voice)
EA
Eric Allum
Edvard Munch - 1868
RC
Ragnvald Caspari
Peter Andreas Munch - 1868
KA
Kerstii Allum
Sophie Munch - 1868
ST
Susan Troldmyr
Laura Munch - 1868
KP
Katja Pedersen
Inger Munch - 1868
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Peter Watkins's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Edvard Munch is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
