The Agony and the Ecstasy
The Agony and the Ecstasy

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Pope Julius II (Sir Rex Harrison) is eager to leave behind works by which he will be remembered. To this end he cajoles Michelangelo (Charlton Heston) into painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. When not on the battlefield uniting Italy, the Pope nags Michelangelo to speed up his painful work on the frescoes.... (Full plot summary below)

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Actors in The Agony and the Ecstasy:

Charlton Heston
Rex Harrison
Diane Cilento
Harry Andrews
Alberto Lupo
Adolfo Celi

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Pope Julius II (Sir Rex Harrison) is eager to leave behind works by which he will be remembered. To this end he cajoles Michelangelo (Charlton Heston) into painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. When not on the battlefield uniting Italy, the Pope nags Michelangelo to speed up his painful work on the frescoes.

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EmanuelLevy.Com - 7/10 by Emanuel LevyAs a chronicle of the artist Michelangelo, this is one of Carol Reed's most underwhelming films, though some of the production values are good.
Movie Metropolis - 7/10 by James PlathFor some viewers, the agony will be watching Charlton Heston (over)act, and the ecstasy Rex Harrison. But it IS refreshing for a period film to cover such new and (pun intended) artistic ground.
7M Pictures - 4/10 by Kevin CarrRequired viewing for the fan of pious filmmaking or the cinematographer in film school. From a story and character perspective, it's sadly very forgettable.
User Review - 10/10 by Angie L[b][color=red]Great film with the brilliant performances by Charlton Heston as Michaelangelo and Rex Harrison as the Pope Julius II. This movie takes the history and shows it real and credible, the Pope is in war and sells cardinal titles and Heston is confused and thinks painting is not his principal ability. [/color][/b] [b][color=#ff0000][/color][/b] [b][color=#ff0000]It's amazing thje way Michaelangelo painted the seiling of the chapel and what paintings did he use. I admire Michaelangelo and I think he was gifted.[/color][/b] [b][color=#ff0000][/color][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000][/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000]The Agony and the Ecstasy - Best Picture of 1965!!!.[/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000][/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000]Charlton Heston - Best Actor.[/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000]Rex Harrison - Best Supporting Actor[/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000]Carol Reed - Best Director[/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000]Best Screenplay[/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000]Best Costume Design[/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000]Best Cinematography[/color][/size][/b] [b][size=5][color=#ff0000]Best Art Direction[/color][/size][/b]
User Review - 10/10 by Ann LAn unsung masterwork from Carol Reed, the story of Michelangelo and the agony and the ecstasy of a genius producing a masterpiece against his will. Highly recommended!
User Review - 10/10 by Jarryd RCharlton Heston is... wow!... so great in this! Beautiful, truly gorgeous movie!
User Review - 10/10 by Ashley HThe Agony and the Ecstasy is an excellent film. It is about Michelangelo's troubles while painting the Sistine Chapel at the urging of Pope Julius II. Charlton Heston and Rex Harrison give fantastic performances. The screenplay is well written. Carol Reed did a great job directing this movie. I enjoyed watching the drama and history. The Agony and the Ecstasy is a must see.
User Review - 10/10 by Sheila CCharlton Heston is... wow!... so great in this! Beautiful, truly gorgeous movie!
User Review - 10/10 by Laura MThe work of an artist who did not want to paint. Michelangelo is a renowned sculpture, perhaps the best the world has ever seen; however, when the Pope has finished the infamous Sistine Chapel, it isn't as gorgeous or inspirational as he hoped. He assigns Michelangelo to paint the ceiling. Michelangelo is reluctant and really wants no part of the project; but once he begins, he will stop at nothing to make his work a masterpiece. "Michelangelo burst from his heritage like an unexpected flame." Carol Reed, director of The Third Man, Oliver (1968), The Fallen Idol, The Public Eye, Trapeze, A Girl Must Live, Night Train to Munich, and Odd Man Out, delivers The Agony and the Ecstasy. The storyline for this picture is awesome and well portrayed. I loved the setting, dialogue, and acting. The cast includes Charlton Heston, Rex Harrison, Diane Cilento, Harry Andrews, and Adolfo Celi. "You shouldn't mock the apostles." "I don't mock the apostles. They mock me." I came across this picture on Netflix and thought it looked interesting; that, and I adore the Roman/Greek history. This movie was outstanding and a fun look at the life and challenges of Michelangelo as he executed one of his greatest masterpieces, despite not being a painter. This is an absolute must see. "I planned a ceiling. He planned a miracle." Grade: A
User Review - 10/10 by Emilia Cinzia PEste es un excepcional filme que narra la singular relación que compartieron el Papa Julio II y el artista Miguel Angel, cuando el primero le encargó al segundo que pintara el techo de la recién construída Capilla Sixtina. Miguel Angel es un escultor y se siente ofendido de ser encomendado para una tarea que no le interesa, mientras que el Papa Julio II se encuentra ocupado liderando las cruzadas, por lo que el filme muestra con gran efectividad este choque de personalidades, de criterios diferentes, de opiniones distintas, pero que al final de todo este estira y encoje y discusiones sin fin, se plasmó una de las obras de arte más espectaculares y famosas que el mundo ha contemplado. "Cuándo terminarás?" "Cuando termine." Altamente recomendada.

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