Movie Details
- Status: Released
- Movie Tagline: From the age of magnificence comes a new magnificence in motion pictures.
- Genres: Drama, History
- Release Date: 1965-09-16
- Runtime: 138.0 min
- Budget: $10.0 million
- Revenue: $4.0 million
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox, Dino de Laurentiis Cinematografica, International Classics
Cast & Crew
Charlton Heston, Rex Harrison, Diane Cilento, Harry Andrews, Alberto Lupo, Adolfo Celi, Venantino Venantini, Tomas Milian, John Stacy, Fausto Tozzi, Maxine Audley, Andrea Giordana, Furio Meniconi, Adolfo Pezzini, Paolo Magalotti, Alec McCowen, Richard Pearson
Synopsis – What to Expect from “The Agony and the Ecstasy”
The Agony and the Ecstasy, released in 1965, is a biographical drama about the life of Renaissance artist Michelangelo. The film follows the life of the artist from his days as a young student in Florence, Italy, to his tumultuous relationship with Pope Julius II and his struggles to complete the painting of the Sistine Chapel.
The film begins with Michelangelo as a young artist in Florence. He is struggling to make ends meet and his art is not appreciated by the local patrons. He is eventually summoned to Rome by Pope Julius II, who has heard of his talent and wants him to paint the Sistine Chapel. Michelangelo initially refuses, but eventually agrees to take on the project.
The film follows Michelangelo’s struggles with the project. He is under immense pressure from the Pope to finish it quickly, but Michelangelo is determined to make it perfect. His passion for art clashes with the Pope’s demands, and he finds himself in constant conflict with the Pope. He is also constantly challenged by his own doubts and fears.
The film culminates with the completion of the painting and its unveiling. Michelangelo is overwhelmed with emotion and pride at the sight of his work. The Pope is also pleased with the result, and Michelangelo is celebrated as one of the greatest artists of all time.
The Agony and the Ecstasy is a powerful story of art, passion, and struggle. It is a timeless tale of a man’s dedication to
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