Exhibition On Screen: Caravaggio

Synopsis

Master of light. Notorious brawler. Convicted murderer. Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time – Italian painter Caravaggio.

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, often violent 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 untimely death – of this remarkable man.