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Film / 2013
The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution
Directed by
Clare Beavan
JMW Turner's work is examined in a new light. Beyond his sublime landscapes, Turner painted machines, science, technology and industry. His life spanned the unfolding Industrial Revolution. This programme argues that Turner created a whole new kind of art, by examining nine key works in the light of the scientific and Industrial Revolution. Includes interviews with historian Simon Schama and artist Tracey Emin.
The story
JMW Turner's work is examined in a new light. Beyond his sublime landscapes, Turner painted machines, science, technology and industry. His life spanned the unfolding Industrial Revolution. This programme argues that Turner created a whole new kind of art, by examining nine key works in the light of the scientific and Industrial Revolution. Includes interviews with historian Simon Schama and artist Tracey Emin.
Cast
Samuel WestSelf - Narrator (voice)
Simon SchamaSelf
Tracey EminSelf
Thomas CoombesTurner
Ian LindsayJoshua Reynolds
Alex LarderYoung Turner
James CanvinLuke Howard
Patrick OsborneMichael Faraday
Nicholas BlattCharles Babbage
Rupert WickhamWilliam Herchel
Simon ColemanFrancis Beaufort
Peter AubreyTurner's Father
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