At Eternity's Gate is a biographical drama film that explores the life of Vincent van Gogh in his final years. The film is directed by Julian Schnabel and stars Willem Dafoe as van Gogh.
The movie is set in the town of Arles, France, where van Gogh moves in order to escape the hectic pace of city life. There, he begins to paint the landscapes and natural beauty of the region, finding inspiration in the light and colors of the countryside.
The film depicts van Gogh's struggles with mental illness and his tortured relationship with his brother, Theo. Despite his artistic talent, the painter is often misunderstood and dismissed by those around him, and he grows increasingly isolated and lonely.
Throughout the film, van Gogh is shown grappling with his inner demons, from the deep melancholy that threatens to engulf him to the violent fits of rage that leave him battered and bruised. Meanwhile, his dedication to his art remains steadfast, providing him with a source of solace and purpose even as he faces his own mortality.
At Eternity's Gate is a haunting and highly personal portrait of one of the most iconic figures in art history, exploring the depths of his passion and pain as he creates some of the most celebrated works of his career.