Film
Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio (12A)
Dir. David Bickerstaff, Phil Grabsky, UK, 2025, 102 mins.
Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time, Caravaggio. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious death, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before. Multi-award-winning film makers Phil Grabsky and David Bickerstaff delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his art. The intriguing self-depictions within his works offer a rare window into his psyche and personal struggles. Caravaggio’s masterpieces are instantly recognisable with his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures. His paintings have captivated audiences for centuries, but what do these masterpieces reveal about the man behind the brush?
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Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time, Caravaggio. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious death, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before. Multi-award-winning film makers Phil Grabsky and David Bickerstaff delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his art. The intriguing self-depictions within his works offer a rare window into his psyche and personal struggles. Caravaggio’s masterpieces are instantly recognisable with his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures. His paintings have captivated audiences for centuries, but what do these masterpieces reveal about the man behind the brush?
For detailed information about the film's age rating and content notices, you can visit the BBFC website and search the film title, then scroll down to the “Content Advice” section: www.bbfc.co.uk