The Da Vinci Code - Has the mystery been solved? | DW Documentary

Dan Brown's novel "The Da Vinci Code” is one of the century’s most successful thrillers worldwide. But how much truth is behind the claims made in the book - and what is pure fiction? The novel "The Da Vinci Code” by American author Dan Brown has sold around 80 million copies since its publication in 2003. The film adaptation starring Tom Hanks in the lead role was also a global success. Thematically, the thriller moves between art, mysticism, religion, and conspiracy theories. But the theories presented in both the book and the film adaptation also drew criticism, especially from the Catholic Church. Some religious groups even called for a boycott. This documentary delves deep into the history behind the novel's most controversial claims. Could a secret bloodline linked to Jesus have survived for centuries, hidden by powerful forces? Did Leonardo encode these secrets in his famous painting "The Last Supper,” and other works? With the help of leading experts in art history, religious studies, and medieval conspiracy theories, as well as insights from the 2006 film adaptation, the documentary unravels fact and fiction. The truth, it seems, might be more astonishing than fiction. #documentary #dwdocumentary #dwdocs ______ DW Documentary gives you knowledge beyond the headlines. Watch top documentaries from German broadcasters and international production companies. Meet intriguing people, travel to distant lands, get a look behind the complexities of daily life and build a deeper understanding of current affairs and global events. Subscribe and explore the world around you with DW Documentary. Subscribe to: ‬ ⮞ DW Documentary (English):    / @dwdocumentary   ⮞ DW Documental (Spanish):    / @dwdocumental   ⮞ DW Documentary وثائقية دي دبليو (Arabic):    / @dwdocarabia   ⮞ DW Documentary हिन्दी (Hindi):    / @dwdochindi   ⮞ DW Dokumenter (Indonesian):    / @dwdokumenter   ⮞ DW Doku (German):    / @dwdoku   For more visit: http://www.dw.com/en/tv/docfilm/s-3610 Follow DW Documentary on Instagram:   / dwdocumentary   Follow DW Documental on Facebook:   / dwdocumental   We kindly ask viewers to read and stick to the DW netiquette policy on our channel: https://p.dw.com/p/MF1G