The Secrets of the Mona Lisa
One-off documentary delving into the secrets of the Mona Lisa. Behind the enigmatic smile, she remains a mystery, fuelling endless speculation. But is that all about to change?
The Mona Lisa: bewitching, seductive, world famous. In the minds of millions, she is the ultimate work of art. Yet behind the enigmatic smile, she remains a mystery, fuelling endless speculation and theories.
But is that all about to change? Is the world's most famous painting finally giving up its secrets?
Presented by Andrew Graham-Dixon, this landmark film uses new evidence to investigate the truth behind her identity and where she lived. It decodes centuries-old documents and uses state-of-the-art technology that could unlock the long-hidden truths of history's most iconic work of art.
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"For Leonardo, every picture is a kind of encyclopedia entry"
Duration: 01:21
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Andrew Graham-Dixon |
| Producer | Ian Leese |
| Director | Ian Leese |
| Executive Producer | Malcolm Brinkworth |
| Participant | Pascal Cotte |
| Participant | Elisabetta Gnignera |
| Participant | Martin Kemp |
| Participant | Giuseppe Pallanti |
| Participant | John Asmus |
| Participant | Jean Pierre Isbouts |
| Participant | Chiara Matteucci |
| Production Company | Brinkworth Films |
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