The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution (2013)

Cast

• Simon Schama - Self

Keywords

artists' life, art history, painter as artist

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution about?

A film that looks at the genius of JMW Turner in a new light. There is more to Turner than his sublime landscapes - he also painted machines, science, technology and industry. Turner's life spans the Industrial Revolution, he witnessed it as it unfolded and he painted it. In the process he created a whole new kind of art. The programme examines nine key Turner paintings and shows how we should re-think them in the light of the scientific and Industrial Revolution. Includes interviews with historian Simon Schama and artist Tracey Emin.

Who stars in The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution?

The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution stars Simon Schama.

How long is The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution?

The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).

What genre is The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution?

The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution is a History, Documentary film.

Where was The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution produced?

The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution was produced in United Kingdom.