Adapted by Philip Dunne from the novel by Irving Stone, The Agony and the Ecstacy is the story of the 16th century war of wills between Renaissance artist Michelangelo (Charlton Heston) and "warrior pope" Julius II (Rex Harrison). Commissioned to paint a religious fresco on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, the independent-minded Michelangelo balks at the assignment. He is virtually strongarmed into accepting the job by Pope Julius, who wants to leave something for future generations to remember him by. Director Carol Reed ...
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Adapted by Philip Dunne from the novel by Irving Stone, The Agony and the Ecstacy is the story of the 16th century war of wills between Renaissance artist Michelangelo (Charlton Heston) and "warrior pope" Julius II (Rex Harrison). Commissioned to paint a religious fresco on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, the independent-minded Michelangelo balks at the assignment. He is virtually strongarmed into accepting the job by Pope Julius, who wants to leave something for future generations to remember him by. Director Carol Reed deftly juggles screen time between the Pope's activities on the battlefield and Michelangelo's slow, arduous completion of his monumental task. The film also gingerly approaches the subject of Michelangelo's sexual orientation vis-a-vis his relationship with the Contessina de Medici (Diane Cilento). Too long and limited in subject matter to score at the box office, The Agony and the Ecstacy holds up pretty well when seen today, especially when viewed in a wide-screen print. Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Seller's Description:
Charlton Heston, Rex Harrison, Diane Cilento, Harry Andrews, Alberto Lupo. New in new packaging. Language: English. Run time: 136 mins. Aspect ratio: 2.20: 1. Originally released: 1965. Brand New Factory Sealed DVD! ! Very interesting historical film. Quick delivery within Canada, 8 to 20 days to the USA.
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Seller's Description:
Charlton Heston, Rex Harrison, Diane Cilento, Harry Andrews, Alberto Lupo. New in new packaging. Language: English. Run time: 136 mins. Aspect ratio: 2.20: 1. Originally released: 1965. Brand New Factory Sealed DVD! ! Fine historical DVD! Quick delivery within Canada, 8 to 20 days to the USA.
This is one of the best movies I have watched. It shows how one man can make a difference in this world no matter how difficult things can get.
Deidrea D
Dec 2, 2011
Excellent movie
This is a classic! Great movie on a period of time in the life of Michelangelo while he was working on the Sistene Chapel.
jeanboulet@rocketmail.com
Oct 20, 2011
Classic Historical Renaissance movie
Adapted from Irving Stone's major novel, this movie portrays a charismatic Pope (Rex) and a force of nature (Michelangelo acted by Charlton). The clash between these two headstrong men is the focus of this movie. Amateurs of historical films and those who have visited the Sistine Chapel will enjoy this flic.