Van Gogh to the Movies: Vincent & Theo

Vincent van Gogh
Dutch, 1853-1890
Flower Beds in Holland, c. 1883
Oil on canvas on wood
48.9 x 66 cm (19 ¼ x 26 in.)
National Gallery of Art, Washington,
Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon,
1983.1.21

Join us for this series featuring movies about or influenced by Vincent van Gogh. This film explores the complicated relationship between a brilliant but undiscovered painter and his brother. As an art gallery owner, Theo pushes for the recognition that Vincent’s masterpieces deserve, only to meet with abject failure. While Vincent struggles with obscurity and mental illness, Theo faces serious financial difficulties due to poor sales. PG-13. 2 hours and 14 minutes.