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Dive into Botticelli's Birth of Venus, uncovering its mythic roots, artistic brilliance and lasting power as an icon of beauty and imagination.

Explore the genius behind Da Vinci's Last Supper, from its bold perspective to the mysteries and theories that keep this masterpiece legendary.

Award winning art critic Waldemar Januszczak explores Japan to India to find the most explicit art ever made and to ask why art has always been so interested in sex.

A look at the 90s' social issues, from the LA riots to the OJ Simpson murder case. Strong racist language, violence and upsetting scenes.

A glimpse into the life of the Academy Award-nominated star whose huge portfolio of work includes starring roles in Places in the Heart and In the Line of Fire.

This musical drama stars John Malkovich as a crazed dictator who delivers a powerful monologue accompanied by the music of Bach, Franck, Widor, Messiaen and Ligeti.

Ashley Walters directs a short film set against the backdrop of an east London concrete jungle, following two best friends as they embark on a risky mission and a journey into manhood.

Tom Stuart-Smith, Hepworth Wakefield Gallery Garden: The award-winning Tom Stuart Smith is a garden extraordinaire, but his latest task could pose the greatest challenge. (3 of.

Little Tern: Jim and Nancy are heading West, creating beautiful art in Ireland as they search for the Little Tern.

John Neumeier's A Midsummer Night's Dream weaves tangled love, jealousy and magic as fairies, mortals and rustics collide in a dreamlike world.

Bob conjures up a beautiful scene featuring delicate, leafless trees and a grassy meadow cuddling a sweet cottage.

Using his inimitable brushstrokes on canvas, Bob takes a trip to a beautiful lake hideaway nestled below a towering mountain.

Commemorate the passing of the late Doctor Who actor Bernard Cribbins by revisiting an episode of the Tales of the Unexpected he stars in - The Memory Man.

Claire and her boyfriend have always counted on inheriting Claire's wealthy aunt's fortune. But when they hear she has a new heir lined up, they are forced to act.

Professor Rankin's buddies Wally and Bud stop by to take him fishing. Suspicions rise when they find him in his cellar, filling in a hole with cement.

Katherine Oldham feeds stew to a homeless man as she struggles to keep the mind of her brother, Fitzhugh on the task of murder.

Take a look at the life and career of Academy Award-winning Dame Maggie Smith as we mark the sad passing of one of the UK's most cherished acting greats.

...Rio. A look at the English new wave band's second album, which propelled them to stardom against a troubled backdrop of riots, record unemployment figures and the Falklands War.

While winding up his late father's affairs, Paul finds a bill demanding over £1,000 for pornography. He's suspicious of the claim... for a very good reason.

George is murdered, and one of his nephews is seen fleeing the scene. The problem is his nephews are identical twins. Sheriff Milt Singleton investigates.

An unsuccessful artist accused of bomb threats devises a scheme to steal artworks.

With each of the students pursuing different crafts, the first masterclass delivered by Sarah Goss focusses on wood carving.

A look at the Academy Award-winning actor, best known for his starring role in Gandhi. He has also appeared in films such as Shutter Island and Iron Man 3.

Melvin Odoom, Max Beesley, Emily Atack: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters.

An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems... and the past suddenly comes alive.

Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany. Von Baden was a witness, but he also harbours a shocking secret.

An antiques dealer feels he should be enjoying the finer things in life, but his Aunt Muriel is the one with all the money.

In early 20th century New York, bookkeeper Al Birch expects the arrival of his sweetheart Edwina from 20 years ago.

Captivating documentary exploring the haunting world of Charles Dickens' supernatural tales through actor readings, archive footage and immersive visuals.

The reasoning behind Kate Winslet's choice of roles. Throughout her career, she has chosen to play roles of authentic women with complex psyches and realistic bodies.

The Emotional Man: Dead at 24, James Dean became a lasting icon, redefining masculinity with vulnerability and rebellion to shape a new kind of anti-hero.

Explore the life of the highly influential director credited as the inventor of the Italian Western genre. His films include Once Upon a Time In America.