Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact (1984)
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.”
Director: Michael Blackwood
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 58 min
Release Date: November 16, 1984
Cast
Editing: Peter Geismar, Amanda Zinoman
Production: Michael Blackwood Productions, BBC Arena
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- 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?
- Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact stars Francis Bacon, David Sylvester.
- How long is Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact?
- Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact?
- Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact is a Documentary film.
- Where was Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact produced?
- Francis Bacon and the Brutality of Fact was produced in United Kingdom.