The Face of Britain by Simon Schama
2015•59m
Documentary
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture, revealing the stories behind the most compelling images in British art and examining the ways portraiture is used to make a statement.
Production
Oxford Films
Language
EN
Status
Returning Series
First Aired
September 30, 2015
Last Aired
October 28, 2015
Networks
BBC Two
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
The Face of Power
Air date: 2015-09-30
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Simon looks at the eternal power of portraiture and sees how it can foster loyalty and control.
E2
Faces of the People
Air date: 2015-10-07
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Simon looks at artists who have created images of people who would otherwise have been forgotten.
E3
The Face of Fame
Air date: 2015-10-14
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Simon looks at portraits of the famous and examines the celebrated faces of Britain's past and present.
E4
The Look of Love
Air date: 2015-10-21
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Simon explores how love portraits allow us to fulfil our craving to keep the ones we love close to us.
E5
The Face in the Mirror
Air date: 2015-10-28
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Here, Simon looks at the complex motivations behind some of the most intriguing self-portraits.
Cast
Simon Schama
Self - Presenter
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