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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest: Horror of Psychiatry (3:33)

McMurphy's lobotomy is discussed in this video.

Sword Swallowing #1 by Dan Meyer (0:18)

Video footage (1 of 3) used by permission of the owner Dan Meyer through Sword Swallowers Association International

Secrets of "The Last Supper" (2:16)

Explore the secrets behind da Vinci's famous "The Last Supper."

Shakespeare 8: Othello as a Tragedy (26:00)

This program takes a behind-the-scenes look at Shakespeare's play "Othello."

Maira Kalman Talks About Style and Fashion (17:42)

Watch this video featuring author and illustrator Maira Kalman. Kalman discusses her life and work -- everything from her most recent books, her books for kids and even the covers she illustrated for New Yorker Magazine. See how style plays a role... More »

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10 Ways to Lift a Curse: Curse of Macbeth (2:41)

Is Shakespeare's classic "Macbeth" cursed? On the Science Channel's "10 Ways to Lift a Curse," witness some of the tragic accidents associated with the stage production and how the supposed curse can be broken.

Intro to Pop Art: A Pop Culture Movement (10:50)

This video provides an overview of the Pop Art movement, which emerged in the mid 1950s in England and realized its potential in New York City during the youth-focused, turbulent '60s. Pop art focuses attention on elements of popular culture.

Defining Art: Meet the Aestheticians (2:55)

"What is art?" is not a simple question with only one correct answer. Philosophers who explore possible answers to this question are called aestheticians. Learn more about the aesthetics of art in this video.

The Origin of Species: Morality of Darwin's Theories (3:50)

Although they conflicted with the religious doctrines of the time, Darwin's theories possess an inherent morality of their own. Watch this video to learn more.