The Titan: Story of Michelangelo (1938)

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. In 1950 the film was re-edited and new footage shot by Robert J. Flaherty. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2005.

Released June 1, 1938 94 min None+

Genres: Documentary

Keywords: mdblist.one-actor, imdb.artist, imdb.sculptor, imdb.painter, awards.oscar-winner, awards.oscar-nominated, tmdb.preserved-film, aspectratio.1-37-1

Production Companies: Pandora Film, Deutsch-Schweizerische Gemeinschaft, Michaelangelo Co.

Country: Germany
Languages: English, Italian