BBC Two - The Secrets of the Mona Lisa (original) (raw)

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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?

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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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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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BBC News: Hidden portrait 'found under Mona Lisa', says French scientist

BBC News: Hidden portrait 'found under Mona Lisa', says French scientist

An image underneath the Mona Lisa has been found using reflective light technology.