The Agony and the Ecstasy (1965)
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During the Italian Renaissance, Pope Julius II contracts the influential artist Michelangelo to sculpt 40 statues for his tomb. When the pope changes his mind and asks the sculptor to paint a mural in the Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo doubts his painting skills and abandons the project. Divine inspiration returns Michelangelo to the mural, but his artistic vision clashes with the pope's demanding personality and threatens the success of the historic painting.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Agony and the Ecstasy |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 7, 1965 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, biography, vatican (holy see), pope, artist, painter, 16th century, sistine chapel, michelangelo, italian renaissance |
FAQ
What is The Agony and the Ecstasy about?
During the Italian Renaissance, Pope Julius II contracts the influential artist Michelangelo to sculpt 40 statues for his tomb. When the pope changes his mind and asks the sculptor to paint a mural in the Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo doubts his painting skills and abandons the project. Divine inspiration returns Michelangelo to the mural, but his artistic vision clashes with the pope's demanding personality and threatens the success of the historic painting.
When was The Agony and the Ecstasy released?
The Agony and the Ecstasy was released on Oct 7, 1965 (status: Released).
Who directed The Agony and the Ecstasy?
Carol Reed directed The Agony and the Ecstasy.
What is the TMDB rating of The Agony and the Ecstasy?
The Agony and the Ecstasy has a TMDB rating of 7.0/10 from 157 votes.