John Craxton: A Life of Gifts

Where life and colour become one

90 mins
Discover the extraordinary life and art of John Craxton in this captivating documentary feature. From early success with Lucian Freud to his vibrant years in Greece and Crete, Craxton’s bold, colorful paintings mirrored his passionate personal life and relationships with icons like Lee Miller and Margot Fonteyn. This film unveils how his artistic genius and unconventional lifestyle cemented his legacy as one of the most celebrated English artists of the 20th century.

Stephen Fry

John Craxton (Voice)

Tony Britten

Producer

Anwen Hurt

Producer

Martin Nangle

Cinematography

Stephan Taineau

Cinematography

Tony Britten

Director

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