How is it that Leonardo da
Vinci continues to capture our attention and mystify scholars five centuries after
his death? This insightful documentary attempts to piece together the many
clues left behind in his diary and masterpieces to create an accurate portrait
of this brilliant and legendary man. As
a tribute to this quintessential “Renaissance Man” are interviews with leading scholars
on his art, inventions, rivalries and curious codes hidden in his paintings.
Special Features:
The Rise of Renaissance
Italy - In the richest era of intellectual and artistic achievements ever known,
an amazing confluence on brilliant minds shaped our world. Marvel at the Renaissance Men and the impact
they had on art and though for eternity.
Leonardo’s Masterpieces - Centuries
after his death, da Vinci’s paintings still touch, haunt and intrigue us. The Mona Lisa, the Adoration of the Magi, The
Last Supper and other masterworks remind us of his remarkable and timeless
style.
Da Vinci’s Inventions - Trying
to discover how technology worked, Leonardo sketched out the tank, parachute,
scuba and more.
The Maestro vs. Michelangelo
- Did the aging maestro finally meet his match in Michelangelo, and aggressive
young upstart? This feature looks at the
works and contrasting styles in this bitter rivalry of the brilliant.
The
Works of Two Great Masters: A Timeline - A walk through the lives of Leonardo
and Michelangelo juxtaposes the works of two greats.
