The Titan: Story of Michelangelo

The Titan: Story of Michelangelo

NR 1950 · 70 min · ★ 6.2 · Documentary

The life and works of the great artist Michelangelo Buonarroti are shown against the historical background of his time. It begins with his earliest artworks, and follows his life and career as he achieves lasting fame. The documentary includes detailed looks at some of the artist's most renowned creations. American heavily re-edited version of the Swiss 1938 film Michelangelo: Das Leben eines Titanen, with new footage shot by Robert J. Flaherty added. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2005.

Directed by Curt Oertel · Written by Norman Borisoff

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