Art History Movies

I taught an Art History elective to both Middle School and High School students, and it was not AP.  So I had to water the content down a bit and add lots more projects and movies.  Here are the movies that are related to Art History that I have shown both grade levels before.

Mona Lisa Smile.  I love this movie.  It talks about modern art often enough to justify the movie for me! haha.  And there is plenty of content with the expectation of women in the 1950's which I love as well.  And students love this movie and there are so many classroom discussion options for after the movie is done.

Da Vinci Code.  This is perfect when showing Renaissance art or after you've taught about Leonardo da Vinci.  Plus it is full of adventure and mystery, so students are always engaged!

Angels and Demons.  This movie is great when discussing Renaissance art as well.  Or any art from the Vatican Museums.  During the Renaissance I teach more about the Catholic Church, since majority of that art is Catholic art.  So this movie shows a little bit about the Catholic religion which is interesting for students to see as well.  Again, adventure and mystery- good times!

Inferno.  Again, perfect when showing Renaissance art.  This features more of the art in Florence, Italy and shows so many historical landmarks from that city.  Again, full of adventure and mystery, so students enjoy it.

There is a bundle with all 3 Da Vinci Code movies if you plan on watching all 3.