CinemaOSSeries · 2022 · 1 Season

Art That Made Us

55%(2)Documentary

An alternative history of the British Isles, told through art. Looking at 1,500 years and eight dramatic turning points, acclaimed artists and thinkers encounter key historic art works from across the UK that have shaped the history of the British Isles and inspired their own work.

Created byEmma Cahusac

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Status
Ended
Language
EN
First aired
April 7, 2022
Last aired
May 26, 2022
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
Network
BBC Two

Season 1

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

Featuring

Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring
David Threlfall

David Threlfall

Self - Narrator (voice)

Creative team
Created by
Emma Cahusac
Produced by
Melanie Fall

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