Age of the Image
Documentary series in which art historian James Fox explores how the power of images has transformed the modern world.
Seasons
1. A New Reality
Air Date: 2020-03-02
James Fox explores how technological advances in the early 20th century created new ways of seeing the world, making links between artists, film-makers, photographers and scientists.
2. Power Games
Air Date: 2020-03-09
James Fox explores how mass communication and new technology helped 20th-century image-makers transform society, from Leni Riefenstahl’s propaganda films to the moon landings.
3. Seductive Dreams
Air Date: 2020-03-16
James Fox examines how artists, film-makers and advertisers have used images to sell us fantasies of a better life.
4. Fake Views
Air Date: 2020-03-23
James Fox examines how images have become more powerful – and less trusted – than ever before, from hyper-real paintings to movie special effects and deepfakes.
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Rating
8.0/10
Release Date
2020-03-02
Episodes
4 (1 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
