Review of The Agony and the Ecstasy (1965) by Arianeta L — 09 Jan 2010
Earnest, though somewhat stagey treatment of the classic novel, with Harrison's Pope Julius squaring off with Heston's Michelangelo. Obviously many liberties were taken with historical facts for dramatic purposes (that's always the case with films like this).
Adversarial relationship between Harrison and Heston is the chief draw here, with Rex chewing up a little less scenery than Charlton. The scene where Heston receives inspiration for the 'Creation of Man' would strike some as unintentionally funny.
This review of The Agony and the Ecstasy (1965) was written by Arianeta L on 09 Jan 2010.
The Agony and the Ecstasy has generally received positive reviews.
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