Caravaggio

Plot

Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about 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. 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.

About Caravaggio

Caravaggio is a 2025 British drama-documentary film directed by David Bickerstaff and Phil Grabsky and starring Jack Bannell. It was produced by Seventh Art Productions as part of the Exhibition on Screen series. In 2026 the film was distributed in Italy by Kublai Film.

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