Francesco's Venice
Francesco's Venice is a documentary on BBC4. Documentary series telling the story of the birth of Venice, one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in the world, presented by Francesco da Mosto. The program has been available since 2024. A total of 4 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in August 2024.
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Francesco's Venice
Francesco da Mosto moves towards the present day and the problems of the sinking city, for which he partly blames the tourist industry inspired by the likes of Byron.
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Documentary series telling the story of Venice. This episode looks at the decadent age of Casanova and the courtesan, when Venice was the red-light district of Europe.
Documentary series telling the story of the birth of Venice. The golden age of architecture arrived and stone and marble palaces replaced wooden houses.
Documentary series telling the story of the birth of Venice. In this edition, Francesco da Mosto reveals a secret history of violence, torture, political intrigue and revenge.