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The Art of Film with Ian Nathan

The Art of Film with Ian Nathan

2023•44m•8.0/10
Documentary

Ratings

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8.0/10(1)

Ian Nathan explores the many layers of the world of filmmaking, discussing each episode with filmmakers, cultural commentators, historians, authors and critics; what defines these stories, how they came to be, and who were the creative forces behind them.

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Production

3DD Productions

Language

EN

Status

Ended

First Aired

October 26, 2023

Last Aired

October 24, 2024

Networks

Sky Arts

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
The Unique Style of Powell & Pressburger
E1
The Unique Style of Powell & Pressburger
Air date: 2023-10-26
Explore the unique style of director Michael Powell and producer-screenwriter Emeric Pressburger, known as The Archers.
The Magic of Ealing Studios
E2
The Magic of Ealing Studios
Air date: 2023-11-02
Made at the famous West London studio, this series of beloved black comedies remain just as funny and daring as the day they were made.
Nouveau Horror
E3
Nouveau Horror
Air date: 2023-11-09
In the 80s, away from endless slasher movies, horror found a new lease of life, as directors broke the rules and added style to genre traditions.
Depiction of War
E4
Depiction of War
Air date: 2023-11-16
Explore how filmmakers have depicted war, from the style they choose to ways they expand our understanding of the nature of war and humanity.
Comedy, Parody, Satire and Laughs
E5
Comedy, Parody, Satire and Laughs
Air date: 2023-11-23
As long as there have been performing arts, there has been comedy. But different approaches have evolved from the silent era onwards.
The Many Faces of Biopics
E6
The Many Faces of Biopics
Air date: 2023-11-30
Real-life figures from the past have proven hugely cinematic and offered great characters who have shaped history. This is a study of the biopic.

Cast

Ian Nathan

Ian Nathan

Self - Presenter

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