The Legends of Paris: A Tale of the 19th Century Artistic Scene - Miniseries
1 - The Romantic Revolution (1827-1832)
Air Date: December 21, 2024
Whilst the upheaval of revolution transforms France, young idealistic romantics in Paris, such as Alexandre Dumas, Victor Hugo, George Sand and Hector Berlioz, among others, dream of a new world through their art.
2 - Life As a Novel (1833-1848)
Air Date: December 21, 2024
The romantics have triumphed: their plays are performed in the theater and their novels fill bookshops whilst concert halls hear the notes of their music.
3 - Romantic Twilight (1848-1855)
Air Date: December 21, 2024
The 1848 revolution shakes the foundations of the monarchy. When Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas and George Sand become politically active, the courage of their convictions is tested.
4 - The Era of Emancipation (1855-1874)
Air Date: December 21, 2024
Exiled in Guernsey since October 1855, Victor Hugo finishes his immortal masterpiece, while, in Paris, government censorship and free art are engaged in an unequal battle.