The pious and argumentative Renaissance artist, widely considered a genius but currently reduced to poverty. He struggles to finish the Sistine Chapel ceiling while facing pressure to complete statues for Pope Julius II's tomb. After the Pope's death, he becomes obsessed with sourcing marble and is later commissioned by Pope Leo X. Torn between rival factions, his deception leads to psychological torment, hallucinations, and intense introspection about his moral and artistic failings.
Alberto Testone has 6 screen credits in a career dating back to 2013. Signature works include Sin, Pasolini, The Hidden Truth, Never Too Late for Love. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.