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Secret Cities
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Episodes
- S2 E1 - LisbonApril 8, 201850minLocated on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal’s capital Lisbon has an overwhelmingly cosmopolitan feel. But, as Janina Ramirez and Alastair Sooke discover, the culture associated with Lisbon reveals a dark, disturbing underbelly. Slavery, oppression and tragedy are all present in the city’s music and art. But what other troubling elements will they unearth in Lisbon’s cultural hotspots?Free trial of BBC Select
- S2 E2 - BeirutApril 15, 201850minA fascinating crossroads between east and west, Lebanon's capital Beirut has a rich history and a troubled recent past. With 18 recognized religious groups present, it's the most diverse city in the Arab world. But what influence does this unique demographic mix have on the art associated with the city? Janina Ramirez and Alastair Sooke discover a place using art to confront its demons.Free trial of BBC Select
- S2 E3 - BakuApril 22, 201851minBaku, capital of Azerbaijan, is a fascinating mix of cultural contrasts. It sits on an ancient silk trading route, but is trying to present itself as a modern metropolis with a plethora of bold, architectural innovations. It wants to encourage art, but it's an authoritarian state, where cultural life is tightly controlled. Can Janina and Alastair find the true soul of Baku in its hidden culture?Free trial of BBC Select
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- Audio languages
- English
- Subtitles
- English [CC]
- Producers
- Richard Bright
- Starring
- Janina RamirezAlastair Sooke
- Studio
- BBC Studios Ltd
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