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.

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Production

Oxford Films

Language

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

September 30, 2015

Last Aired

October 28, 2015

Networks

BBC Two

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.