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Leonardo da Vinci: The Man Who Wanted to Know Everything
U.K. | BBC | 50 minutes

An artist, scientist, engineer, and visionary, Leonardo da Vinci was a prominent figure during the Renaissance. This BBC documentary chronicles his endeavors and achievements. Featuring commentary from scholars, the film includes tests of his inventions, including his tank and parachute. Find out if these amazing innovations worked as Leonardo intended.

To complement the exhibition Da Vinci-The Genius, the film will be shown through September 12 on the days listed below.

Wednesdays @ Noon
Saturdays & Sundays @ 11am & 1pm

Parental discretion suggested.

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