Julianne Moore plays an art restorer in the television series based on the documentary “The Lost Leonardo”

Actress Julianne Moore, known for her work in Nine months And Lost World: Jurassic Parkis set to star in a new TV series based on the 2021 documentary The lost Leonardowho played the role of art restorer Dianne Modestini, reported Deadline.

It tells the story of a crumbling painting depicting Christ in the Renaissance, called Salvador MundiThe painting was restored and it turned out that it was possibly the last work of Leonardo Da Vinci, around the time when the master painter Mona-LisaMoore plays the role of Dianne Modestini, an art restorer who discovers something special about the painting and carefully restores it.

The film is full of twists and turns and conflicts between the restoration and the sale of the painting. There were several issues surrounding the painting. Dianne Modestini, who was married to a legendary art restorer, took on the challenging project. While many claimed that the visible paint was her work, Modestini finds certain features that indicate it is a Da Vinci masterpiece.

The series will examine whether The lost Leonardo is a great artistic discovery or a great fraud. In addition to the role of Modestini, Oscar winner Moore will also be the executive producer. She is also known for her leading role in the hit series Mary and George and was nominated for a Golden Globe for the 2023 Todd Hayes film May December.

The film is directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa, who were also responsible for the American spy thriller television series. rabbit hole and the American drama miniseries We crashedand they will also serve as executive producers under their banner Zaftig Films, along with their partner Charlie Gogolak.

Gillian Weeks, who created the series and wrote the pilot episode, will serve as showrunner and executive producer. The documentary will be produced by Christoph Jorg and Andreas Dalsgaard.