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

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DANIEL CRAIG Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon (1998)

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DANIEL CRAIG in Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon (1998)

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Let’s bring back this pic

Daniel Craig during Cannes Film Festival (1998?)

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I watch him while he's sleeping. A prisoner of dreams. Fighting the battle he's always going to lose. But I'm powerless to help him as I'm powerless to help myself. So I watch and wait.

Daniel Craig in Love is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon, 1998, directed by John Maybury Part 1 | 2

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Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon (John Maybury, 1998).

[aintgonnatakethis]

oh my god finally someone who addresses how weirdly people talk about george dyer both jn terms of movie analysis and proper actual life. they always blame him for all that has happened to him when in reality francis was so abusive towards him that drove him essentially to his end. testament to that is francis feeling guilty about it for the rest of his life. it’s infuriating i swear! (i love george dyer a lot)

YES THANK YOU!!!

The movie was my first exposure to everyone involved, so I might have missed some nuances, but it seemed to me that it was terribly clearly an abusive relationship? I'm going to grab the book The Gilded Gutter Life of Francis Bacon - which the wiki said the movie drew heavily from on - and see if there's any deeper exploring of the situation in there. Have you read it?

Like, the whole thing makes me kinda mad tbh. The "what use are you if you can't even get it up?!" The constant mockery of Dyer in front of Bacon's friends. The whole 'he just wants attention' in response to Dyer's repeated suicide attempts. The dismissal, the stringing along, the casual cruelty. One scene that stood out to me in particular: in the latter half of the movie Bacon and Dyer are out with Bacon's friends. Bacon is mocking Dyer relentlessly (the public putting down of your partner being a well-recognised method of abuse!) and at the first break in the wall of vitriol, Dyer says something like "You're the best painter in England. Everyone knows that." You can SEE how desperate he is for even the smallest sliver of positive attention from Bacon, and the way he deflates upon hearing the sarcastic response: "Well thank you for your expert opinion, George" is fucking heartbreaking. :(

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Der berühmte halbabstrakte Garstige-Bilder-Künstler Francis Bacon in Gestalt von Derek Jacobi ist nicht nett zu seinem niedlichen, aber etwas ungebildetem Modell und Liebhaber, dem Kleinkriminellen George in Gestalt von Daniel Craig. Der wird zusehend unglücklicher, nihilistischer und drogenabhängiger, und obwohl Bacon daran gar nicht unschuldig ist, geht es ihm doch sehr auf die Nerven. Oh, diese Künstler! Ist aber natürlich als künstlerische Künstlerbiographie total interessant und dann natürlich auch noch dafür, daß man man manchmal wirklich nicht draufkommen kann, wer der nächste James-Bond-Darsteller wird.

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The Best grumpier old men Top 10 New Styles 2024

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The Best grumpier old men Top 10 New Styles 2024

 Abdur Rahim

 September 6, 2024

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Grumpy old men have been a popular trope in literature, film, and television for decades, captivating audiences with their cantankerous personalities and sharp wit. Whether they’re the grumbling neighbor or the curmudgeonly grandfather, these characters hold a special place in storytelling due to their humorous take on aging, resistance to change, and eventual softening as they reveal their deeper emotional sides. From iconic films like Grumpy Old Men to beloved literary figures like Ebenezer Scrooge, Grumpy Old Men offers a blend of comedy and wisdom that continues to charm audiences of all ages. In this article, we’ll explore why the “grumpy old man” archetype is so enduring, delving into their characteristics, some of the most famous portrayals, and why they resonate with us.

Table of Contents

Characteristics of Grumpy Old Men

Famous Portrayals of Grumpy Old Men

Why We Love Grumpy Old Men

The Evolution of the Grumpy Old Man Archetype

Conclusion: The Enduring Popularity of Grumpy Old Men

Characteristics of Grumpy Old Men

Grumpy old men in fiction are often portrayed with cynicism, stubbornness, and a refusal to adapt to the modern world. Their complaints are usually about the state of society, technology, or the behavior of younger generations. However, beneath their grouchy exterior often lies a heart of gold. These characters are typically set in their ways, resistant to change, and nostalgic for the “good old days.” They provide comic relief through their exaggerated disdain for anything new, often becoming unintentional sources of wisdom as they share their life experiences.

At their core, grumpy old men are more than just comic figures—they serve as a lens through which society can examine themes of aging, loneliness, and the human desire for connection. Their gruff exteriors are typically protective barriers, concealing vulnerability and a deep longing for meaningful relationships. As a result, audiences often find themselves both laughing at and empathizing with these characters.

Famous Portrayals of Grumpy Old Men

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Daniel Craig in Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon (1998)

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Whatever we call beautiful, we quiver before it.

The Secret History, Donna Tartt

"The Importance of Being Scared: Polish Nobel Laureate Wisława Szymborska on Fairy Tales and the Necessity of Fear,” Maria Popova

Love is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon, written and directed by John Maybury

Visions of Excess: Selected Writings 1927–1939, Georges Bataille (translated by Allan Stoekl)

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George Dyer in Francis Bacon’s Studio  (1960) // Daniel Craig as George Dyer in Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon (1998), dir. John Maybury

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i think you’d love “love is the devil: study for a portrait of francis bacon” the themes of that movie really resonate with what you post about love and desire

its been on my watchlist for a while, since i saw bacon's crucifixion paintings at the tate last year- i think this ask is my sublime sign to finally watch 😅

[albertserra]

Turns out it’s Daniel Craig from love is the devil study for a portrait of Francis bacon