Beyond The Da Vinci Code (DVD, 2005)

Beyond the Da Vinci Code

“Beyond the Da Vinci Code”, from the History Channel and A&E Television Networks, delivers what it promises in the title with a thorough examination of historical elements and controversial ideas included in Dan Brown’s novel, The Da Vinci Code. With stunning cinematography and recreated historical events, this program brings to life key elements of the Da Vinci Code plot including; the origins of the Knights Templar, early records of the Priory of Sion, Mary Magdalene, theories of the Holy Grail and hidden interpretations in the masterpieces of Leonardo Da Vinci. History buffs will certainly enjoy the detailed examinations of subjects from Dan Brown’s novel that have now become so familiar. Although the historical details are complex at times, the program progresses quickly covering the many historical elements with thought provoking analysis from scholars and experts.

The Chapters of this Program include:

1.) Persecution of the Faith
2.) A Kingdom on Earth
3.) Gnostic Origins
4.) The Holy Grail
5.) Council of Mycea
6.) Re-writing Christianity
7.) The Knights Templar
8.) Famous Grandmaster
9.) Cathedral of Codes
10.) Masonic Conspiracy
11.) Beyond the Final Chapter


There are several reasons for giving a five star review:

First; This program maintains a careful and balanced viewpoint of the historical events and provides extensive analysis from scholars to explore conclusions beyond the chapters of the Da Vinci Code novel.

Second; The cinematography and time lapsed sequences are not only visually striking, but also very effective in creating a sense of movement through time from the past to the present. The images of historical figures fading in and then fading out and vanishing in time is very effective.

Third; The overall quality is very good and the material is thorough and comprehensive.

(The total playing time is 90 minutes)