MICHELANGELO: LOVE AND DEATH
The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this Renaissance giant? Michelangelo’s genius is evident in everything he touched. Beautiful and diverse works such as the towering statue of David, the moving Pietà in the Papal Basilica of St. Peter and his tour-de-force, the Sistine Chapel ceiling, still leave us breathless today. Spanning the artist’s 88 years, MICHELANGELO: LOVE AND DEATH takes a cinematic journey through the print and drawing rooms of Europe and through the great chapels and museums of Florence, Rome and the Vatican to seek out a deeper understanding of this legendary figure’s tempestuous life, his relationship with his contemporaries and his incredible legacy. Through expert commentary, stunning visuals and Michelangelo’s own words, this film takes a fresh look at a master artist whose life and genius are celebrated in every mark he made. The film returns to cinemas in 2025 to celebrate the 550th anniversary of this iconic artist’s birth. DIR David Bickerstaff; PROD Phil Grabsky. UK, 2017, color, 91 min. NOT RATED