Edvard Munch(1974)

movie - first aired/released 1974-11-12 - 174 min - audience 7.3

TV Movie, History, Drama

Directed by Peter Watkins

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.