The Genius of Turner: Painting the Industrial Revolution

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 West

Simon Schama

Tracey Emin

Thomas Coombes

Ian Lindsay

Alex Larder

James Canvin

Patrick Osborne

Nicholas Blatt

Rupert Wickham

Simon Coleman

Peter Aubrey

Su Douglas