Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact
Synopsis
In his London studio, Francis Bacon discusses his work and approach with David Sylvester. His representations of the human figure in portraits and triptychs link him to the distorted realism of Van Gogh and Picasso, who also portrayed the intensity of life that Bacon calls “the brutality of fact.”
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Blackwood
- Original Title
- Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Michael Blackwood Productions, BBC Arena, BBC TV, SR
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Blackwood
Mike Southon, Mead Hunt
Peter Geismar
Peter Brugger, Michael Blackwood
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Geismar
Editor
Michael Blackwood
Producer
Michael Blackwood
Director
Mike Southon
Director of Photography
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What is Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact about?
In his London studio, Francis Bacon discusses his work and approach with David Sylvester. His representations of the human figure in portraits and triptychs link him to the distorted realism of Van Gogh and Picasso, who also portrayed the intensity of life that Bacon calls “the brutality of fact.”
Who directed Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact?
Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact was directed by Michael Blackwood.
Who stars in Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact?
The principal cast of Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact includes Francis Bacon, David Sylvester, John Edwards.
When was Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact released and how long is it?
Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 58m.