


Film · Released
Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon
“There's no beauty without the wound”
Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon at a glance
Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon is a 1998 drama film, running 1h 32m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15+ in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel.
Rated 15+ in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1998-09-16
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- John Maybury
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.1 / 10 · 74 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmIn the 1960s, British painter Francis Bacon surprises a burglar and invites him to share his bed. The burglar, a working class man named George Dyer, accepts. After the unique beginning to their love affair, the well-connected and volatile artist assimilates Dyer into his circle of eccentric friends, as Dyer's struggle with addiction strains their bond.
Cast
14 names
Derek JacobiFrancis Bacon
Daniel CraigGeorge Dyer
Tilda SwintonMuriel Belcher
Anne LambtonIsabel Rawsthorne
Adrian ScarboroughDaniel Farson
Karl JohnsonJohn Deakin
Annabel BrooksHenrietta Moreas
Ulla Larson-StylesParisian Art World
Anita PallenbergCasino
Mark UmbersPC DenhamQuestions about Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon
Quick answersWhere can I watch Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon is listed on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon suitable for children?
Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon is rated 15+ in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon about?
In the 1960s, British painter Francis Bacon surprises a burglar and invites him to share his bed. The burglar, a working class man named George Dyer, accepts. After the unique beginning to their love affair, the well-connected and volatile artist assimilates Dyer into his circle of eccentric friends, as Dyer's…
How long is Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon?
Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon runs for 1h 32m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon trailer?
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