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The Renaissance Unchained

In this series, critic and writer Waldemar Januszczak argues against the conventional view that the European Renaissance started in southern Europe and presents evidence supporting a northern origin instead.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Gods, Myths and Oil Paints

1. Gods, Myths and Oil Paints

Aired: Feb 14, 2016

The Renaissance is redefined as a movement that transcends geographical bound...

Episode 2 Whips, Deaths and Madonnas

2. Whips, Deaths and Madonnas

Aired: Feb 21, 2016

Exploring the Italian Renaissance's roots with Giotto, Waldemar Januszczak jo...

Episode 3 Silk, Sex and Sin

3. Silk, Sex and Sin

Aired: Feb 28, 2016

Waldemar Januszczak delves into the unparalleled influence of Venice on the d...

Episode 4 Hell, Snakes and Giants

4. Hell, Snakes and Giants

Aired: Mar 6, 2016

The next episode explores the Renaissance's dramatic descent into chaos and a...

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Appearances

Waldemar Januszczak

Creators

Waldemar JanuszczakWriter

Info about The Renaissance Unchained

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: BBC Two

Genres:Documentary