About this season
Extraordinary lives revealed through a handful of images - both famous and private - and by those who knew them best.
Episodes (4)
1. Putin
Aired 28 May 2026 • 59 min
How did Vladimir Putin emerge from a shadowy existence as a KGB agent in 1980s East Germany to become one of the most powerful men on the planet? This film examines Putin’s rise to power through his enduring relationship with images, and his innate understanding of their power.
2. Beckham
Aired 4 June 2026 • 59 min
A look behind the popular narrative of David Beckham's career to examine a deeper story: how the footballer used his image to turn himself into a global brand.
3. Britney
Aired 11 June 2026 • 58 min
Britney Spears was one of the biggest pop stars of her generation. This is the story of how, defined by imagery, she fought for control over her music, her life and, ultimately, her image.