Nova: Mystery of a Masterpiece - 8 stars out of 10

Nova: Mystery of a Masterpiece - 8 stars out of 10 

If you are a lover of art (or even have a small appreciation for it), “Mystery of a Masterpiece” is a must.  This documentary takes a suspenseful approach to the mysterious “La Bella Principessa,” a portrait believed to be priceless work by Leonardo DaVinci.  The film represents both sides of the argument, using a crime scene approach to examine the “physical evidence” on the portrait and the historical context to discover the subject’s identity.  It is almost hard to believe that this is true, from the type of animal skin used to the discovery of a fingerprint on the portrait and a mysterious book in Poland that might hold all of the answers.  You will find yourself rooting for this painting to be a DaVinci as the story progresses.  Whether you are a CSI fan, an art junkie, or someone that enjoys suspenseful films, Nova’s “Mystery of a Masterpiece” needs to be at the top of your list.