Ken Burns' Documentary Explores the Genius of Leonardo da Vinci
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Ken Burns, along with co-directors Sarah Burns and David McMahon, has created a new PBS documentary on Leonardo da Vinci, marking a departure from their usual focus on American history. The film explores da Vinci's life and works, emphasizing his insatiable curiosity and contributions to art and science. Despite initial reluctance, Ken Burns was convinced to broaden his scope, reflecting da Vinci's own philosophy of exploration. The documentary uses da Vinci's notebooks and expert insights to delve into his genius, portraying him as a timeless thinker whose ideas prefigured modern advancements.
- 'Leonardo da Vinci': Ken Burns and Co-Directors on New PBS Documentary Variety
- Leonardo da Vinci | Part One: The Disciple of Experience | Episode 1 PBS
- Artist, scientist, polymath — a new documentary uncovers the real Leonardo da Vinci NPR
- Part Two: Painter-God MetroFocus
- Review | Ken Burns takes 4 hours to canonize Leonardo da Vinci. He needed only two. The Washington Post
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