John Craxton: A Life of Gifts
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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John Craxton: A Life of Gifts
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 25, 2023
Runtime
1h 30m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
John Craxton: A Life of Gifts
Production Companies
Capriol Films
Director
Tony Britten
Description
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.
