Art That Made UsSeries 1, Episode 2 - Revolution of the Dead

From the chaos of the Black Death comes creative renewal - survivors finding their voice through satire and a revived literature in English, including breakthrough works by women.

Art That Made Us was broadcast on BBC4 at Monday 13 April 2026, 23:30.

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Art That Made Us

Art That Made Us is a TV show on BBC4. An epic story of creativity. How works of art from Britain's past have shaped us. Some are surprising, others familiar - but all are at the heart of dramatic moments of change. The program has been available since 2026. A total of 3 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in April 2026.

Last broadcast:21/04/2026 at 00:00

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