Francis Bacon: Fragments of a Portrait

July. 18,1966      
Rating:
5.5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Francis Bacon: Fragments of a Portrait explores the recurring themes in Bacon’s work, his influences and his life. The documentary is accompanied by a haunting score specially composed by Edwin Astley for the production.

Francis Bacon as  Self
Alan Dobie as  Self

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Reviews

Unlimitedia
1966/07/18

Sick Product of a Sick System

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ReaderKenka
1966/07/19

Let's be realistic.

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AnhartLinkin
1966/07/20

This story has more twists and turns than a second-rate soap opera.

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Deanna
1966/07/21

There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

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