Mozart: Rise of a Genius episode 3
As we step into the third chapter of Mozart’s life, we find a man transformed by personal tragedy and the relentless passage of time.
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Mozart: Rise of a Genius episode 2
In 1781, the vibrant city of Vienna was alive with the echoes of classical music, a city where young Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, just 25 years old, found himself grappling with the uncertainty of his future.
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Mozart: Rise of a Genius episode 1
In 1777, at just 21 years old, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart made a life-changing decision. Already famous from the age of four for his prodigious musical talent, Mozart was no stranger to the limelight.
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Shakespeare: The Man Behind the Name
In the realm of English literature, few names carry as much weight as William Shakespeare.
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Paris episode 3 – Bohemian Rhapsody
Paris episode 3 – Bohemian Rhapsody: Art historian Sandrine Voillet takes us on a compelling journey through Paris in the 20th century, painting a vivid picture of a city that has continuously reinvented itself while grappling with both its illustrious legacy and its tumultuous challenges. In this episode, titled “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Voillet delves deep into the transformative years that saw
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Paris episode 2 – Blood and Chocolate
Art historian Sandrine Voillet unveils the multifaceted narrative of Paris, tracing its evolution from a modest settlement on the Ile de la Cité in the heart of the River Seine to its pivotal role in the throes of revolution.
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Paris episode 1 – City of Dreams
Art historian Sandrine Voillet narrates the captivating evolution of Paris, chronicling its transformation from the turbulent aftermath of the French Revolution to its emergence as the world’s foremost modern metropolis within just a century.
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 Sandro Botticelli, Florence and the Medici
Dive into the vibrant heart of the Renaissance through a documentary that explores the artistic and cultural landscape of Florence during the 15th century.
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The Secret of Drawing episode 4
Andrew Graham-Dixon delves into the integral role that drawing has played in the realms of technical design and architecture. In this exploration, he studies intricate structures such as the iconic Guggenheim Museum and the innovative Boeing 777.
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The Secret of Drawing episode 3
Andrew Graham-Dixon delves into the fascinating interplay between drawing as an innate human impulse and its evolution as a structured art form.
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The Secret of Drawing episode 2
In the second episode of “The Secret of Drawing,” Andrew Graham-Dixon explores how the satirical works of artists like James Gillray, Francisco Goya, and William Hogarth have profoundly influenced various modern visual narratives, including photojournalism, American comics, Japanese Manga, and Hollywood storyboards.
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The Secret of Drawing episode 1
Andrew Graham-Dixon delves into the profound relationship between drawing and our understanding of the natural world.
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