Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2017, Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint is a documentary film directed by Patricia Wheatley, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. This is the first UK film biography of the world-renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), whose print 'The Great Wave' is as globally famous as Leonardo's 'Mona Lisa'. With Andy Serkis reading the voice of Hokusai, the film features artists David Hockney and Maggi Hambling and passionate scholars who study, admire and venerate this great Japanese master.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
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- Where can I watch Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint worth watching?
- Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint released?
- Hokusai: Old Man Crazy to Paint was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.