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The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution

A film that looks at the genius of JMW Turner in a new light. There is more to Turner than his sublime landscapes - he also painted machines, science, technology and industry. Turner's life spans the Industrial Revolution, he witnessed it as it unfolded and he painted it. In the process he created a whole new kind of art. The programme examines nine key Turner paintings and shows how we should re-think them in the light of the scientific and Industrial Revolution. Includes interviews with historian Simon Schama and artist Tracey Emin.

English
  • Originally Aired April 26, 2013
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Code b01s50kn
  • Network BBC
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Name Type Role
Clare Beavan Director