Andy Warhol's America
Living the Dream
Season 1 Episode 1 of 3
Documentary looking at the history of 20th-century America through the life and career of Andy Warhol. Episode one examines the artist's childhood in Pittsburgh and his rise from poverty to wealth and fame in New York City in the 1950s. Warhol establishes his name by making everyday foodstuff the subject of his work, and in turn creates a sensation which propels him to the A-list of American society
Andy Warhol's America airs on BBC Four at 2:30 AM, Tuesday 23 June. (Subtitles, sign language.)
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