Town Hall Theater Presents:
Great Art Wednesday -
"Michelangelo: Love & Death"
Wednesday, May 21 at 11:00am
Great Art Wednesday, a monthly art and archetecture film series running from October 2024 to May 2025.
"Michelangelo: Love & Death"
This documentary offers a breathtaking cinematic journey through the life and works of Michelangelo returning to screens in 2025 to celebrate the artist's 550th birthday. Directed by David Bickerstaff, this film provides a fresh and intimate look at the genius behind such iconic works as David, the Pietà, and the Sistine Chapel ceiling.
Travel through Europe's great chapels, museums, and print rooms as the film explores the Renaissance master's tempestuous 88-year life, his relationships with contemporaries, and his unparalleled artistic legacy. Through expert commentary, stunning visuals, and Michelangelo's own words, viewers gain unprecedented insight into the mind and heart of this legendary figure.