According to SF Gate, biographies of famous artists are nothing new, but ?At Eternity?s Gate? feels different. Directed by Julian Schnabel, the film explores the life of renowned artist Vincent Van Gogh. The biopic paints a vivid, expressionistic portrait of Van Gogh's creative process. Oscar-nominated Willem Dafoe shines as Van Gogh in a captivating performance. ?At Eternity?s Gate? follows Van Gogh during his prolific period in Arles, France, through his troubled relationship with contemporary Paul Gauguin and during his in-and-out stays in various mental institutions.