Caravaggio. Masterpieces of a rebellious genius

A documentary by Caravaggio created over five years. The masterpieces of the rebellious genius contain the direct testimony of the artist himself, recorded just before his mysterious disappearance, and shows him in a completely new light. Presenting masterpieces and statements by leading experts from around the world, the documentary takes viewers through hidden threads in the painter's life, revealing the tropes and meanings encoded in his extraordinary paintings.

Caravaggio's works are among the most recognizable in the history of art. His style — based on dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, evocative characters — is second to none. These images have captivated and moved audiences for centuries, but they also harbor a deeper mystery. What do they say about the man who created them? Hidden in them self-portraits — sometimes masked, sometimes completely overt — allow us to look into the psyche of the artist and better understand his personal struggles.

It is the story of one of the most talented, complex and controversial artists in the history of art - a story that continues to fascinate and provoke new discoveries.