Edvard Munch's childhood is overshadowed by death: he suffers the loss of his sister and mother, while enduring serious illness himself, almost dying. At university, Munch discovers his talent as a painter. As he immerses himself in the art world, he becomes part of a cultural revolution led by the likes of nihilist Hans Jæger.

• Norsk Film
• Sveriges Radio
• Geir Westby
• Gro Fraas
• Peter Watkins
• Eric Allum
• Ragnvald Caspari
• Kerstii Allum
• Susan Troldmyr
• Katja Pedersen