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Edvard Munch (1974)

Movie ★ 7.3 174 min

TV Movie History Drama

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.

Peter Watkins Director Peter Watkins Writer

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Quick facts

Released
November 12, 1974
Runtime
174 min
IMDb
tt0074462
Country
,
Studio
, Sveriges Radio,

Themes

Cast

Geir Westby Geir Westby Edvard Munch Gro Fraas Gro Fraas Fru Heiberg Peter Watkins Peter Watkins Narrator (voice) Eric Allum Edvard Munch - 1868 Ragnvald Caspari Peter Andreas Munch - 1868 Kerstii Allum Sophie Munch - 1868 Susan Troldmyr Laura Munch - 1868 Katja Pedersen Inger Munch - 1868 Hjordis Ulriksen Housemaid - 1868 Amund Berge Edvard Munch - 1875 Erik Kristiansen Peter Andreas Munch - 1875 Inger-Berit Oland Sophie Munch - 1875 Camilla Falk Laura Munch - 1875 Anne-Marie Daehli Inger Munch - 1875 Johan Halsborg Dr. Christian Munch - 1884 Gro Jarto Laura Catherine Munch - 1884 Lotte Teig Karen Bjølstad - 1884 Gunnar Skjetne Peter Andreas Munch - 1884

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Frequently asked questions

What is Edvard Munch about?
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.
Who directed Edvard Munch?
Edvard Munch was directed by Peter Watkins.
Who stars in Edvard Munch?
Edvard Munch stars Geir Westby, Gro Fraas, Peter Watkins, Eric Allum.
When was Edvard Munch released?
Edvard Munch is a 1974 tv movie, history, drama film.
Where can I watch Edvard Munch?
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