Empires: The Medici Godfathers Of The Renaissance

"Originally broadcast on PBS in February 2004, The Medici: Godfathers of the Renaissance comes to DVD from PBS Home Video. Shot entirely in Italy on 16 mm film, this documentary tells the story of the family that financed some of the major works of the European Renaissance. This set contains all four episodes: ""Birth of a Dynasty,"" ""The Magnificent Medici,"" ""The Medici Popes,"" and ""Power vs. Truth."" Special features include an interview with producer/director Justin Hardy. Recommended for home video and educational use."