Edvard Munch's childhood is overshadowed by death: he suffers the loss of his sister and mother, while enduring serious illness himself, almost dying. At university, Munch discovers his talent as a painter. As he immerses himself in the art world, he becomes part of a cultural revolution lead by the likes of nihilist Hans Jæger.

• DirectorPeter Watkins
• Release12 November 1974
• Genre
  TV Movie / History
• Duration3h 41m
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  7.4
  68 reviews
• Productions

  Norsk Film, Sveriges Radio, NRK