Caravaggio Movie Review 1986

Controversial biography of late Renaissance painter Caravaggio (Terry), famous for his bisexuality, fondness for prostitute models, violence and depravity. The painter divides his time between two street models, Ranuccio (Bean) and his lover Lena (Swinton), the decadent cardinals who commission his religious works, and Caravaggio's young assistant (Leigh), who cares for the artist as he lies dying. Photography by Gabriel Beristain reproduces the artist's visual style.

Distribution

CineVista, 2044 Prairie Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139, Toll-free: 800-341-2463, URL: http://www.cinevistavideo.com

Available on VHS
Running time 97 minutes.
Originally from British.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Biopics: Artists, Art & Artists, Oldest Profession

Screenplay

Derek Jarman

Cast

Spencer Leigh, Michael Gough, Nigel Davenport, Robbie Coltrane, Jack Birkett, Nigel Terry, Sean Bean, Tilda Swinton

Cinematography

Gabriel Beristain

Director

Derek Jarman

Music

Simon Fisher

Producer

Cinevista, Derek Jarman