The Renaissance Unchained

The Renaissance Unchained (2016)

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Four-part series in which Waldemar Januszczak challenges the traditional view of art's most important epoch - the Renaissance.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E04Hell, Snakes and GiantsMar 7, 2016
S01E03Silk, Sex and SinFeb 29, 2016
S01E02Whips, Deaths and MadonnasFeb 22, 2016
S01E01Gods, Myths and Oil PaintsFeb 15, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Renaissance Unchained' premiere?

'The Renaissance Unchained' premiered on September 21, 2016.

Who narrates 'The Renaissance Unchained'?

Waldemar Januszczak narrates 'The Renaissance Unchained'.

How many episodes are in 'The Renaissance Unchained' and what are their titles?

'The Renaissance Unchained' has four episodes: "The Real Game of Thrones", "Pain, Pus and Poison", "Sex, Death and the Renaissance", and "The Birth of Venus".

Who directed 'The Renaissance Unchained'?

Tim Dunn directed 'The Renaissance Unchained'.

What is the genre of 'The Renaissance Unchained'?

'The Renaissance Unchained' is a documentary TV show.

Who produced 'The Renaissance Unchained'?

Maya Vision International produced 'The Renaissance Unchained'.

Which topics does 'The Renaissance Unchained' explore?

'The Renaissance Unchained' explores topics such as art, politics, sex, religion, and science during the Renaissance period.

What are some of the famous Renaissance artworks featured in 'The Renaissance Unchained'?

'The Renaissance Unchained' features the works of famous Renaissance artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli, among others.

Which historical figures are featured in 'The Renaissance Unchained'?

'The Renaissance Unchained' features historical figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, Cesare Borgia, and Niccol\u00f2 Machiavelli, among others.

How does 'The Renaissance Unchained' explore the influence of religion during the Renaissance period?

'The Renaissance Unchained' explores how the Church's influence over society during the Renaissance era influenced art, politics, and everyday life.

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