Loving Vincent

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Kevin P @RT55971421 Oct 12 A warm loving tribute to Vincent Van Gogh’s life through the people in his life. The art style was stunning and very creative, turning Vincent Van Gogh's paintings into animation. It's insane that this was all hand painted by a hundred talented artists. I liked all the cool transitions of the scene shifting from one famous painting into another with different parts of the placed Van Gogh had been. I'll admit, I would've preferred this wonderful animation style to be used for a more straightforward narrative that focused solely on showing us Van Gogh's life rather than other people telling us about his life. However, the narrative they frame with the townsfolk all having different takes on Vincent provides an heartfelt commentary on the fluidity of truth and people, based on the perspectives of others. Nice touch of turning his portraits into characters talking about the mystery of his tragic death. Admittedly, the dialogue can sometimes be a bit simplistic and on-the-nose. The voice acting could also be slightly wooden at times. But the overall narrative still does a solid job capturing the essence of Vincent Van Gogh with his relatable struggles of depression and struggling to find a stable career until he escapes through art at the age of 28. It's crazy how in only 6 years of painting, he crafted so many masterpieces and only sold one in his lifetime, despite his monumental posthumous fame and legacy. The film's decision to create a fictionalized story of an investigation of the whereabouts of Van Gogh's death and how his relationships might've influenced was intriguing for people not too familiar with his life. I absolutely adored the gorgeous and tearjerking cover version of Don McLean's Vincent (Starry, Starry Night) song for the end credits that genuinely moved me. The movie is a mesmerizing oil canvas building the puzzle of Van Gogh's beautiful artwork pushing through his emotional low self-esteem, even after death. It's a tragedy he never got to live to see more recognition. But it's wonderful seeing us still pay tribute after all these decades ever since for such a warm and creative artist who saw the beauty in everything. See more Thomas S @RT53929595 May 20 This film truly moved me. It feels almost serendipitous that I watched it at this particular moment — a crossroads in my own life, having to choose whether I should pursue what I love doing or settle down for a big paycheck. Loving Vincent is not merely a tribute to a legendary painter; it is a visual and meditative journey into the emotional aftermath of creation, suffering, and legacy. The choice to set the narrative after Vincent van Gogh’s death is bold and quietly devastating. It forces the viewer to linger on a subject few are comfortable with: not just death, but the loneliness and misunderstanding that often accompany genius. Visually, the film is stunning — every frame hand-painted in Van Gogh's distinctive style. This alone creates a dreamlike atmosphere, blurring the line between reality and art, between memory and myth. What struck me most were the themes woven throughout: – The injustice of talent, as embodied by the contrast between Van Gogh and Dr. Gachet — one who gave his life to art, the other who abandoned it for medicine. – The relentless need of a soul without kin to justify one’s path, symbolized by the missing letter — a search for meaning even after death. – And above all, the noble yet tragic decision to dedicate oneself entirely to art, to truth, regardless of whether recognition ever comes. It also has great quotes that moved me. Here are some : “- He had a breakdown. It happens to people. - If they’re weak. - Live longer. You’ll see. Life can even bring down the strong.” “- You're so interested in his death. But what do you know of his life? - I know that he tried hard to prove he was good for something.” “- You're not familiar with melancholia, are you? - I wouldn't say so. - Sufferers can change from feeling life is a wondrous joy to being stuck in a pit of despair within six hours." See more George W @RT08451845 02/03/2025 Was Vincent God? Maybe. See more Jay W @RT52162311 12/01/2024 Every scene and every frame of this movie is hand painted. It is the first thing you notice when you watch it, before the movie begins text pops up and proudly declares their accomplishment. And, dang, this film is a sight to behold. The love and care that went into crafting this specific art style for this film is incredible. Any given freeze frame of this movie could be hung up at a museum and fit right in. Doing one of these paintings takes so much time and skill, let alone doing enough to make 1hr 35 minutes of 60 frames per second. Each painting patterned off of Van Gough's style. And it isn't just one art style. As the film goes to flashbacks, or establishing shots, they are different beautiful Van Gough styles. And the transitions this film can do! They fully take advantage of the painting aesthetic to transition from one art style to the next. As a love letter to Vincent Van Gough, this film is 10/10. They incorporate his art style, the characters from his paintings and the facts about his life. Perfect for any art class. Oh, and the end credit song...perfect. I just wish the story was as beautiful as the visuals. As a movie, the story is still OK, and the characters likewise are fine. It plays out like it is 45-minute TV crime drama. The main character goes from person to person to interrogate them about what they knew about Vincent. He's not a detective, it just plays out in a similar police style investigation. He is just going forward in his investigation more out of curiosity than out of duty. Without a clear motive from our main character and no definitive goal, the movie feels like it drags. For such a short movie, I shouldn't be getting bored, but the story does become pretty repetitive after returning to the same locations and hearing just a little more about the same event. I recommend it more off of its visuals than I do off of the characters or story. But so it is in life, when you look this good, you really don't have to worry about character. See more AJJ J @Movielover183 10/10/2024 It's a very bizarre animation for sure.. some people may not like it from first viewing, but I find myself really moved by it. The colors are so delicious as well.. they stick to your mind. See more S P @S1337 02/18/2024 Superb on all accounts, the story is endearing, the visuals are beautiful and stimulating. A must watch for those who are familiar to van Gogh's works, but also those that want to discover it. A masterpiece of European art. See more Read all reviews

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