The Gelati Mosaic adorns the domed roof of the apse in the main temple. The solemn, monumental, and representative composition, on a golden background, depicts the Virgin and Child seated on a richly decorated podium, with Archangels on either side. Although the area of this scene is relatively small within the vast space of the temple, it is evident that the interior is dominated by the significance of the images, their color palate, and the amazing shimmer of the mosaic stones, all of which helps to create a spiritual impulse that seems to shine down from Heaven itself. During masses, this atmosphere is further enhanced by the presence of other sacred items.

Renowned for his daring approach to filmmaking, Mikhail Kalatozov redefined the possibilities of visual storytelling, leaving an ineradicable mark in the history of cinema. The techniques he used back in the 1950s and 60s, with his longtime collaborator, cinematographer Sergey Urusevsky, are unique; they stand out, even by today’s standards. His cinematic style is marked by several distinct characteristics that set his work apart and continue to captivate audiences decades after their release.

Devastated by the aftermath of World War I, the future renowned Georgian artist Lado Gudiashvili seeks out Niko Pirosmani in order to help him procure financial support from Tbilisi’s Union of Artists. He finds Niko, but it is of little use.