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Francis Bacon: A Brush with Violence

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In this unique, compelling film, those who knew him speak freely, some for the first time, to reveal the many mysteries of Francis Bacon.

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Status: Released

Released Date: 2017-01-28

Runtime: 79 mins

Director: Richard Curson Smith

Spoken language: Français, English

Genres: Documentary

Original title: Francis Bacon: A Brush with Violence

Production Companies: IWC Media

Production Countries: United Kingdom

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