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Caravaggio (1986)

"His passion came with a price."

6.119861h 33mEN
DramaHistoryRomance

Directed by Derek Jarman

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

EN

Release

August 29, 1986

Director

Derek Jarman

Official Trailer

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Overview

A retelling of the life of the celebrated 17th-century Baroque painter Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio through his brilliant, nearly blasphemous paintings and his flirtations with the underworld.

Cast

Nigel Terry

Nigel Terry

Caravaggio

Sean Bean

Sean Bean

Ranuccio

Garry Cooper

Garry Cooper

Davide

Dexter Fletcher

Dexter Fletcher

Young Caravaggio

Spencer Leigh

Spencer Leigh

Jerusaleme

Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton

Lena

Nigel Davenport

Nigel Davenport

Giustiniani

Robbie Coltrane

Robbie Coltrane

Scipione Borghese

Michael Gough

Michael Gough

Cardinal Del Monte

Noam Almaz

Noam Almaz

Boy Caravaggio

Dawn Archibald

Dawn Archibald

Pipo

Jack Birkett

Jack Birkett

The Pope

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Caravaggio (1986), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A retelling of the life of the celebrated 17th-century Baroque painter Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio through his brilliant, nearly blasphemous paintings and his flirtations with the underworld.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Caravaggio. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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