Portrait of a Genius
Jan 23, 1943 · 11m
Director
Sammy LeeOverview
Leonardo Da Vinci was seen as a great artist during his lifetime. The same cannot be said for his life as an inventor. His genius as an inventor was only truly known through reading his secret manuscripts after his death. His want to invent was because of his curiosity and insatiable quest for knowledge. He was able to invent the earliest prototypes of such things as the steam cannon, the machine gun, the submarine, the depth charge, and the tank, all which were welcome inventions of the day for monarchs who saw their usefulness in warfare.
Cast of Portrait of a Genius
Crew of Portrait of a Genius
About Portrait of a Genius
What is Portrait of a Genius about?
Leonardo Da Vinci was seen as a great artist during his lifetime. The same cannot be said for his life as an inventor. His genius as an inventor was only truly known through reading his secret manuscripts after his death. His want to invent was because of his curiosity and insatiable quest for knowledge. He was able to invent the earliest prototypes of such things as the steam cannon, the…
When was Portrait of a Genius released?
Portrait of a Genius was released on January 23, 1943.
How long is Portrait of a Genius?
Portrait of a Genius runs 11 minutes.
Who directed Portrait of a Genius?
Portrait of a Genius was directed by Sammy Lee.
Who is in the cast of Portrait of a Genius?
The cast of Portrait of a Genius includes Richard Ainley (Leonardo da Vinci) and Carey Wilson (Narrator(voice)).