Caravaggio, "the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time," according to a Strand Theatre news release, will be presented in the "Exhibition on Screen" series. Film screenings of the dramatic biography will take place Saturday, Aug. 18, at 5 p.m., and Tuesday, Aug. 25, at 1 p.m., at the Strand Theatre. 

"Caravaggio’s masterpieces are some of art’s most instantly recognizable," said the news release. "No one else uses his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures. Five years in production, this film features masterpiece after masterpiece, with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious disappearance. Multi-award-winning filmmakers David Bickerstaff and Phil Grabsky delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his incredible art. The intriguing self-depictions within his works — sometimes disguised, sometimes in plain sight — offer a rare window into his psyche and personal struggles. Join us as we unravel the story of one of history’s most brilliant, complex and controversial figures."

"Exhibition on Screen" works with top international museums and galleries to create films which offer a cinematic immersion into the world’s best loved art, accompanied by insights from the world’s leading historians and arts critics. 

Running time is 1 hour, 40 minutes.

Tickets are $18/General Admission, $15/Strand Members (plus fees). Tickets are available online at www.RocklandStrand.com, by calling the box office at (207) 594-0070, or at the walk-up box office one hour prior to showtime.

For more information, visit www.RocklandStrand.com. 

The Strand Theatre is located at 345 Main Street, Rockland.