
Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon
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This film delves into the tumultuous relationship between the renowned painter Francis Bacon, portrayed by Derek Jacobi, and his lover George Dyer, played by Daniel Craig. Set against the backdrop of the 1960s art scene, the narrative explores themes of love, obsession, and self-destruction. Directed by John Maybury, the movie is noted for its intense performances and striking visual style. While it did not receive major awards, it is praised for its artistic portrayal of Bacon’s life and work. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 27min
Views:1663
Release:1998
Release Date:1998-09-16
Director:John Maybury
Actors:Adrian Scarborough, Annabel Brooks, Anne Lambton, Daniel Craig, Derek Jacobi, Duggie Fields, Karl Johnson, Maria Björnson, Tilda Swinton, Ulla Larson-Styles
Country:France, Japan, United Kingdom, United States of America
Awards:7 wins & 3 nominations total
Worldwide Gross:$718,579
TMDB:6.0
Rotten Tomatoes:67%
FilmAffinity:6.3
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