Arts
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The gold standard for arts documentaries, from 1975 to the present day. A cultural map of the world’s greatest artists and musicians, as captured by exceptional film-makers.
Being Kae Tempest (59 mins)
- Being Kae TempestA look at Kae Tempest's creative process throughout a period of profound artistic change.59 mins
- Coco Chanel UnbuttonedStyle, sex and power: the extraordinary story of Coco Chanel.89 mins
- The Stones and Brian JonesA look at the musical genius of Brian Jones in the early days of the Rolling Stones.93 mins
- The Mysterious Mr LagerfeldLegendary designer Karl Lagerfeld was an enigma. Who was the man behind the sunglasses?88 mins
- James Joyce’s UlyssesA celebration of Joyce's literary masterpiece, a century after its publication.88 mins
- I Am Not Your NegroHow the images and reality of black lives in America today are fabricated and enforced.86 mins
- Everything Is Connected - George Eliot's LifeContemporary artist Gillian Wearing celebrates the legacy of novelist George Eliot.60 mins
- Bergman: A Year in the LifeDocumentary that exposes a darker, less well-known side of film director Ingmar Bergman.115 mins
- Cindy Sherman #untitledA rare insight into the world and work of artist Cindy Sherman.59 mins
- The Changin’ Times of Ike WhiteThe story of Ike White, who recorded a legendary soul album while in jail for murder.78 mins
- All the World's a Screen - Shakespeare on FilmDocumentary exploring the rich, global history of Shakespeare in the cinema.59 mins
- Screen GoddessesFilm about female movie stars such as Garbo, Dietrich, Hayworth, Crawford and Monroe.59 mins
- Dennis PotterAlan Yentob interviews TV dramatist Dennis Potter about his life and work.61 mins
- Ken Dodd's HappinessProfile of Ken Dodd, one of Britain's most enduring variety entertainers.58 mins
- Into the Limelight - Tribute BandsMeet the musicians who perform in tribute acts at the Limelight Club in Crewe. (2007)59 mins
- The Brian Epstein StoryDocumentary examining the turbulent life and career of Beatles manager Brian Epstein.89 mins
- Bob Dylan: No Direction Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ: Part 2Dylan finds a new musical vocabulary to capture the seismic cultural shift of the mid-60s.90 mins
- Bob Dylan: No Direction Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ: Part 1Bob Dylan from his Midwestern youth to his arrival as a major force in folk music.115 mins
- Hank Williams: Honky Tonk BluesDocumentary about legendary country music singer-songwriter Hank Williams.78 mins
- Dylan Thomas: From Grave to CradleAn examination of the work and the legend of Welsh poet Dylan Thomas.60 mins
- The Many Lives of Richard Attenborough: Part 2Arena special celebrating the life and career of Richard Attenborough.58 mins
- The Many Lives of Richard Attenborough: Part 1Arena special celebrating the life and career of Richard Attenborough.59 mins
- According to BerylBeryl Bainbridge takes a tour of the last 20 years of writer Samuel Johnson's life.59 mins
- My WayAn investigation of the appeal and power of the popular song My Way, written by Paul Anka.37 mins
- Wisconsin Death TripTragedy, murder and mayhem in small-town Wisconsin in the 19th century.75 mins
- Frank Sinatra: The Voice of the CenturyPortrait of crooner Frank Sinatra from early family background to showbusiness success.93 mins
- Tony Bennett’s New YorkA look at the man behind the voice as Tony Bennett takes a tour around his native city.81 mins
- The Burger and the KingA remarkable guided tour through the culinary world of Elvis Presley. (1996)56 mins
- Voices from the IslandNelson Mandela and other ex-prisoners recall their incarceration on Robben Island. (1994)90 mins
- Peggy Sue: Tales of Rock and RollThe inspiration behind Buddy Holly's famous song provides fresh insights into his career.28 mins
- Oooh, Er, Missus! The Frankie Howerd StoryDocumentary about the life of Frankie Howerd, with help from friends and colleagues.57 mins
- Armistead Maupin Is a Man I Dreamt UpWriter Armistead Maupin tells the story behind his Tales of the City novels.60 mins
- Masters Of The CanvasPop artist Peter Blake's fascination with masked wrestler Kendo Nagasaki. (1992)60 mins
- Billy, How Did You Do It? - Part 3Director Billy Wilder discusses his career with German film-maker Volker Schlondorff.59 mins
- Billy, How Did You Do It? - Part 2Director Billy Wilder discusses his career with German film-maker Volker Schlondorff.57 mins
- Billy, How Did You Do It? - Part 1Director Billy Wilder discusses his career with German film-maker Volker Schlondorff.56 mins
