The Alternativity
The Alternativity brings together the talents of renowned filmmaker Danny Boyle and the elusive street artist Banksy. It chronicles the ambitious project of staging an unconventional nativity play in Bethlehem, a city under I...
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Forest, Field & Sky: Art Out of Nature
Forest, Field & Sky: Art Out of Nature takes viewers on a captivating journey through six distinct British landscapes, showcasing the intricate relationship between art, nature, and human creativity. Presented by Dr. Jame...
A Brief History of Graffiti
A Brief History of Graffiti traces the evolution of this controversial art form from ancient times to the present day. Presented by art historian Dr. Richard Clay, it takes viewers on a journey through time and across contine...
The World’s Most Expensive Stolen Paintings
The World’s Most Expensive Stolen Paintings investigates the shadowy world of art theft, focusing on high-profile heists involving some of the most valuable paintings in history. Hosted by art critic Alastair Sooke, thi...
Art Sleuth
Art Sleuth presents a series of short documentaries that investigate famous artworks using a detective-like approach. It employ various analytical methods to decode the visual elements within each artwork. These include exami...
The Barnes Collection
The Barnes Collection follows the life and legacy of Dr. Albert C. Barnes, a self-made millionaire who amassed one of the world’s most significant collections of post-impressionist and early modern art. It traces Barnes...
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter provides an in-depth look at the life and career of the beloved television artist Bob Ross. It traces Ross’s journey from his humble beginnings in Florida to his rise as a cultural icon throu...
The World’s Most Expensive Paintings
The World’s Most Expensive Paintings follows art critic Alastair Sooke as he tracks down the ten most expensive paintings ever sold at auction. It offers a glimpse into the exclusive world of high-end art collecting, re...
NOVA the Film
NOVA the Film captures the vibrant atmosphere of the inaugural NOVA Contemporary Culture Festival held in São Paulo, Brazil, in 2010. It showcases the creativity and energy of over 140 artists who participated in this groundb...
Ai Weiwei: Without Fear or Favour
Ai Weiwei: Without Fear or Favour provides an in-depth look at the life and work of China’s most politically outspoken artist. The BBC production follows Ai Weiwei’s journey from his childhood during the Cultural...
Cave of Forgotten Dreams
Cave of Forgotten Dreams takes viewers on a journey into the Chauvet Cave in Southern France, home to some of the oldest known human-painted images. Directed by Werner Herzog, it provides a rare glimpse into this restricted s...
Modern Masters
Modern Masters explores the lives and works of four iconic 20th-century artists: Andy Warhol, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Salvador Dalí. Hosted by art critic and journalist Alastair Sooke, this four-part BBC series show...