The Life of Leonardo Da Vinci
This Italian masterpiece directed by Renato Castellani, with a cost of over 25 million dollars, was shot using 100 actors/actresses, 500 extras, and many of the actual locations where Da Vinci lived, worked, and dreamed. Who was Leonardo da Vinci, and what are the secrets behind his genius? This landmark film offers an exciting look into the mystery, myth, and genius of this once-a-century figure. Lavishly shot with a cast of hundreds in many of the actual locations where da Vinci lived, worked, and dreamed, The Life of Leonardo da Vinci is a complete immersion into da Vinci's world. Witness his most historic triumphs, including the creation of The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, paintings that have become embedded in our collective consciousness. Based on eyewitness accounts, historical evidence, and informed speculation, this richly photographed film adds compelling brushstrokes to the immortal da Vinci legend.
- 1971-1971
- 1 season
- CBS
- Documentary
This Italian masterpiece directed by Renato Castellani, with a cost of over 25 million dollars, was shot using 100 actors/actresses, 500 extras, and many of the actual locations where Da Vinci lived, worked, and dreamed. Who was Leonardo da Vinci, and what are the secrets behind his genius? This landmark film offers an exciting look into the mystery, myth, and genius of this once-a-century figure. Lavishly shot with a cast of hundreds in many of the actual locations where da Vinci lived, worked, and dreamed, The Life of Leonardo da Vinci is a complete immersion into da Vinci's world. Witness his most historic triumphs, including the creation of The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, paintings that have become embedded in our collective consciousness. Based on eyewitness accounts, historical evidence, and informed speculation, this richly photographed film adds compelling brushstrokes to the immortal da Vinci legend.
Season 1 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 1971
Episode 1
Episode #1.1
Sun, Aug 13, 1972 59 mins
This film is a complete immersion into da Vinci's world. Witness his most historic triumphs, including the creation of The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, paintings that have become embedded in our collective consciousness. Based on eyewitness accounts, historical evidence, and informed speculation, this richly photographed film adds compelling brush-strokes to the immortal da Vinci legend. Part 1.
Episode 2
Episode #1.2
Sun, Aug 20, 1972
This film is a complete immersion into Leonardo da Vinci's world. Witness his most historic triumphs, including the creation of The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, paintings that have become embedded in our collective consciousness. Based on eyewitness accounts, historical evidence, and informed speculation, this richly photographed film adds compelling brushstrokes to the immortal da Vinci legend. Part 2.
Episode 3
Episode #1.3
Sun, Aug 27, 1972
This film is a complete immersion into Leonardo da Vinci's world. Witness his most historic triumphs, including the creation of The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, paintings that have become embedded in our collective consciousness. Based on eyewitness accounts, historical evidence, and informed speculation, this richly photographed film adds compelling brush-strokes to the immortal da Vinci legend. Part 3.
Episode 4
Episode #1.4
Sun, Sep 3, 1972
This film is a complete immersion into Leonardo da Vinci's world. Witness his most historic triumphs, including the creation of The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, paintings that have become embedded in our collective consciousness. Based on eyewitness accounts, historical evidence, and informed speculation, this richly photographed film adds compelling brush-strokes to the immortal da Vinci legend. Part 4.
Episode 5
Episode #1.5
Sun, Sep 10, 1972
This film is a complete immersion into Leonardo da Vinci's world. Witness his most historic triumphs, including the creation of The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, paintings that have become embedded in our collective consciousness. Based on eyewitness accounts, historical evidence, and informed speculation, this richly photographed film adds compelling brush-strokes to the immortal da Vinci legend. Part 5.
