A Brush with Genius (CON episode)

was the episode of Doctor Who Confidential broadcast in conjunction with Vincent and the Doctor.
== Aspects of production covered ==
* Filming of Vincent and the Doctor in Croatia.
* Cast and crew discuss Richard Curtis coming onboard as a writer.
* Recreating a café from one of Van Gogh's paintings.
* One of the supporting artists discusses how the production coming to their area has been interesting and exciting for the local people.
* Richard Curtis discusses Van Gogh as a person, and the importance about exploring as much depth as possible in the time available.
* Tony Curran discusses his research into Van Gogh for taking on the role, and some of the struggles that Van Gogh faced in his life.
* Tony Curran discusses some of the real Van Gogh paintings and his style as an artist with Scott Allan.
* The challenges of acting a fight against a monster that is invisible.
* Filming in a Welsh abbey for some of the story.
* Filming the emotional climax of the story, where Van Gogh sees his work in the gallery, using a turntable and certain camera shots.
== Additional topics covered ==
* The seriousness of depression, and the exploration of it as a theme.
== People interviewed ==
== Music list ==
* "Everyone's at It" by Lily Allen†
* "You Could Be Happy" by Snow Patrol
* "Lust for Life" by Iggy Pop
* "Diferente" by Gotan Project
* "Main Theme (from 'Jean de Florette')" by City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra
* "Hometown Glory" by Adele
* "California Love" by 2Pac feat. Dr. Dre & Roger Troutman
* "Hang You from the Heavens" by The Dead Weather
* "Lifeboats" by Snow Patrol
* "The Big Jump" by The Chemical Brothers
* "Many of Horror" by Biffy Clyro
* "Chances" by Athlete
†Full length version only, replaced with the following music for the cut-down version:
* "Ghost" by Little Boots
== Crew ==
== Elements retained in Cut Down ==
to be added
== Home video releases ==
The "Cut Down" version of this episode was included on the Doctor Who: The Complete Fifth Series DVD & Blu-ray box set released on 8 November 2010.
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Category:2010 documentaries
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