Leonardo da Vinci, Ken Burns

Ken Burns’ documentary focuses on Leonardo da Vinci, thanks in part to Ben Franklin
Famed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns didn’t plan to pursue a film on Leonardo da Vinci, his first non-American subject. But he was drawn to the subject, thanks in part to the master painter’s similarities to Benjamin Franklin.
LEONARDO DA VINCI (New Series Premiere)
Monday, Nov. 18 and 19, 2024 from 8 - 10 p.m. / PBS app. This is a two-part, four-hour documentary directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns and David McMahon that explores the life and work of the 15th century polymath.
‘Leonardo da Vinci’ Review: Ken Burns’s Portrait of the Master
The celebrated documentarian co-directs this two-night extravaganza on PBS about the towering genius of the Renaissance.
Leonardo da Vinci | A Film by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon
Monday, November 18 at 8 Pt. 1Tuesday, November 19 at 8 Pt. 2Episodes repeat at 10 PM A 15th century polymath of soaring imagination and profound intellect, Leonardo da Vinci created some of the most revered works of art of all time,
'Leonardo da Vinci' review: Ken Burns' documentary is magnificent, visually sumptuous
MY SAY Ken Burns launched his own illustrious career 43 years ago with "Brooklyn Bridge," and until now, never left these shores, while picking over the bones of every major American historical event and cultural landmark he could find.
Ken Burns talks about the multifaceted genius of Leonardo da Vinci
Award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns stops by TODAY to discuss his new documentary, “Leonardo da Vinci,” his first film that covers a non-American topic, and chronicles the life and work of the 15th century Italian artist,
What New Is There to Say About Leonardo da Vinci?
This week, senior reporter Eileen Kinsella speaks to documentarian Ken Burns about his first foray outside of American history.
Leonardo da Vinci- The Hideous vs the Sublime
Wrinkled faces, contorted expressions, weak bone structure, and gaudy outdated headdresses are common features which are present in these strange sketches by da Vinci.
New documentary from Sarah, Ken Burns dives deep into remarkable world of Leonardo da Vinci
Ken Burns added: "He's an anatomist, and he's a botanist, and he's interested in flight, and he's a sculptor, and he's a painter, and he's an artist, and he's all of those. The reason why it's such a good story is that he was interested in knowing everything." Among da Vinci's creations: a glass model of the human heart.
New Ken Burns documentary explores the life and creative force of Leonardo da Vinci
Filmmaker Ken Burns has produced over 40 films. His latest is a movie focused on the life and creative force of Leonardo da Vinci. It's his first film about an international topic.
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KS2 Science: Discovering the work of Leonardo da Vinci
LEONARDO DA VINCI:Ciao Dick and Dom ... who is best known for his work on floating and sinking. Dick and Dom describe the scientific achievements of 'Absolute Genius', Elsie Widdowson, who ...
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Why Leonardo da Vinci’s brilliance endures, 500 years after his death
His creativity and foresight in science, engineering, and the arts continue to surprise and amaze today. Leonardo’s “Mona Lisa” is believed to depict Lisa Gherardini, the wife of Francesco ...