The Real Story: The Da Vincie Code DVD Review

The Real Story: The Da Vinci Code is an interesting, if not dated topic, even when it aired back in 2013, but still interesting nevertheless as most Smithsonian productions are generally well produced.

 

 

The Real Story: The Da Vinci Code
(2013)

Genre(s): Documentary
Smithsonian | NR – 46 min. – $14.99 | October 9, 2018

Date Published: 11/01/2018 | Author: The Movieman

EPISODE INFO: Directed by: Paul Nelson Writer(s): NA Cast: Corey Johnson (narrator) DISC INFO: Features: None Digital Copy: No Formats Included: DVD Number of Discs: 1 Audio: English (Dolby Digital 5.1) Video: Anamorphic Widescreen 1.78 Subtitles: English Region(s): 1

 

PLOT SYNOPSIS

The Hollywood blockbuster The Da Vinci Code captivated audiences worldwide while outraging the Catholic Church. Its plot line, suggesting Jesus was married and fathered children, is presented as fact but how much of the movie is really true? Did Da Vinci actually leave hidden clues in his paintings? Is there indeed a secret society protecting the bloodline of Christ? Join the team of real-life code breakers, Renaissance experts, and professors of religion and language as we uncover the truth behind this controversial film.

 

SPECIAL FEATURES – 0/5

No features were included.

 

VIDEO – 4.0/5, AUDIO – 4.0/5

The episode is presented with a 16×9 enhanced 1.78 widescreen aspect ratio and is given a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. Both the video and audio come through rather well and probably is on par with what is shown on the Smithsonian Channel.

OVERALL – 3.0/5

Overall, The Real Story: The Da Vinci Code is an interesting, if not dated topic, even when it aired back in 2013, but still interesting nevertheless as most Smithsonian productions are generally well produced. This DVD is basic and frankly for a single episode, a bit overpriced (would prefer if they just release season sets) but if you can get it at decent price, might be worth it.