Cast and Crew of Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon

Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon

"Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon" is a compelling drama that deeply explores the tumultuous relationship between the famed artist Francis Bacon and George Dyer, his working-class lover. The film stands out for its powerful and nuanced performances, particularly by the leads who capture the intensity, vulnerability, and complexity of their characters. Visually, it is striking, mirroring Bacon's own distinctive artistic style through its moody, evocative cinematography and set design, which richly conveys the emotional turmoil and raw energy of their relationship. The story delves into themes of passion, addiction, love, and self-destruction, providing a gritty and intimate portrait that resonates emotionally. This film is especially recommended for viewers interested in biographical dramas, art history aficionados, and those who appreciate psychologically intense narratives that reveal the human condition behind artistic genius.

Full Cast of Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon

Derek Jacobi as Francis Bacon

Derek Jacobi

Francis Bacon
Daniel Craig as George Dyer

Daniel Craig

George Dyer
Tilda Swinton as Muriel Belcher

Tilda Swinton

Muriel Belcher
Anne Lambton as Isabel Rawsthorne

Anne Lambton

Isabel Rawsthorne
Adrian Scarborough as Daniel Farson

Adrian Scarborough

Daniel Farson
Karl Johnson as John Deakin

Karl Johnson

John Deakin
Annabel Brooks as Henrietta Moreas

Annabel Brooks

Henrietta Moreas
Mark Umbers as PC Denham

Mark Umbers

PC Denham
Tim Burke as Parisian Art World

Tim Burke

Parisian Art World
Andy Linden as Ken Bidwell

Andy Linden

Ken Bidwell

Nigel Travis

Boxer

Natalie Gibson

Parisian Art World

Crew of Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon

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