CARAVAGGIO

Presented by EXHIBITION ON SCREEN

Mystery, intrigue, beauty, passion, murder – shine a new light on Caravaggio in this dramatic biography…

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 disappearance, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before.

Multi-award-winning filmmakers David Bickerstaff and Phil Grabsky delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his incredible art. The intriguing self-depictions within his works — sometimes disguised, sometimes in plain sight — offer a rare window into his psyche and personal struggles. Join us as we unravel the story of one of history’s most brilliant, complex and controversial figures.

Caravaggio’s masterpieces are some of art’s most instantly recognisable. No one else uses his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures. His incredible paintings have captivated audiences for centuries. But there lies a deeper mystery — one that still beckons us to explore. What do these masterpieces reveal about the man behind the brush? Join us as we explore the intriguing clues that help us to finally understand the life – and death – of this remarkable man.

You may also like the following events from Martha's Vineyard Film Society:

• This Sunday, 12th October, 01:00 pm, NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE – INTER ALIA in Vineyard Haven
• Next Wednesday, 15th October, 04:00 pm, BUTCH CASSIDY & THE SUNDANCE KID in Vineyard Haven
• Next Friday, 17th October, 03:00 pm, 7th annual Women In Film Festival in Vineyard Haven

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