John Craxton: A Life of Gifts(2023)
Where life and colour become one
John Craxton: A Life of Gifts 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.
John Craxton: A Life of Gifts (2023) is a documentary film directed by Tony Britten, released on January 25, 2023 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Stephen Fry.
- Director:
- Tony Britten
- Writers:
- Tony Britten
- Producers:
- Tony Britten, Anwen Hurt
- Production:
- Capriol Films
- Status:
- Released
John Craxton: A Life of Gifts Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Tony Britten, written by Tony Britten, produced by Tony Britten and Anwen Hurt.
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John Craxton: A Life of Gifts – Frequently Asked Questions
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The main cast of John Craxton: A Life of Gifts (2023) includes Stephen Fry. The film was directed by Tony Britten. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was John Craxton: A Life of Gifts released?
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John Craxton: A Life of Gifts was released on January 25, 2023 and runs for 1h 30m.