Francis Bacon(1985)
Francis Bacon
Francis Bacon Synopsis
Francis Bacon revolutionised figurative painting in the 20th century. The English painter unmasked his subjects in a provocative and ruthless manner. Deformed bodies, grimacing faces and the materiality of colour make us aware of brutality and sexuality, existential abysses and the fears of existence. Author Melvyn Bragg accompanies the painter throughout his day. This begins in his London atelier, leads us on to his favourite pub and ends up in gambling club in Soho.
Francis Bacon (1985) is a documentary film directed by David Hinton, released on June 8, 1985 with a runtime of 55m. It stars Francis Bacon and Melvyn Bragg. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 4 ratings.
- Director:
- David Hinton
- Status:
- Released
Francis Bacon Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by David Hinton.
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Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 4 ratings.
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Francis Bacon – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Francis Bacon online?
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Francis Bacon (1985) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Francis Bacon?
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The main cast of Francis Bacon (1985) includes Francis Bacon and Melvyn Bragg. The film was directed by David Hinton. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Francis Bacon released?
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Francis Bacon was released on June 8, 1985 and runs for 55m.
Is Francis Bacon worth watching?
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Francis Bacon (1985) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 4 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.