John Craxton: A Life of Gifts
“Where life and colour become one”
Synopsis
Discover the extraordinary life and art of John Craxton in this captivating documentary feature. From early success with Lucian Freud to his vibrant years in Greece and Crete, Craxton’s bold, colorful paintings mirrored his passionate personal life and relationships with icons like Lee Miller and Margot Fonteyn. This film unveils how his artistic genius and unconventional lifestyle cemented his legacy as one of the most celebrated English artists of the 20th century.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Britten
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Britten
- Original Score
- Tony Britten
- Original Title
- John Craxton: A Life of Gifts
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Capriol Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Britten
Tony Britten
Tony Britten
Alex Turner
Tony Britten, Anwen Hurt
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Britten
Producer
Anwen Hurt
Producer
Alex Turner
Editor
Tony Britten
Writer
Tony Britten
Director
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What is John Craxton: A Life of Gifts about?
Discover the extraordinary life and art of John Craxton in this captivating documentary feature. From early success with Lucian Freud to his vibrant years in Greece and Crete, Craxton’s bold, colorful paintings mirrored his passionate personal life and relationships with icons like Lee Miller and Margot Fonteyn. This film unveils how his artistic genius and unconventional lifestyle cemented his legacy as one of the most celebrated English artists of the 20th century.
Who directed John Craxton: A Life of Gifts?
John Craxton: A Life of Gifts was directed by Tony Britten.
Who stars in John Craxton: A Life of Gifts?
The principal cast of John Craxton: A Life of Gifts includes Stephen Fry.
When was John Craxton: A Life of Gifts released and how long is it?
John Craxton: A Life of Gifts was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for John Craxton: A Life of Gifts?
The original motion picture soundtrack for John Craxton: A Life of Gifts was composed by Tony Britten.