EXHIBITION ON SCREEN: CARAVAGGIO

Date Time: Thurs 13 Nov, 7.30pm
Cost: £7
Venue: Studio Theatre

Mystery, intrigue, beauty, passion, murder–a dramatic, new look at 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.

Five years in production, 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? Intriguing clues that help us to finally understand the life, and death of this remarkable man are explored.