Between 1809 and 1810, Lord Byron traveled from Portugal to Istanbul, engaging in high society gatherings, Turkish baths, and brothels.
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Between 1809 and 1810, Lord Byron traveled from Portugal to Istanbul, engaging in high society gatherings, Turkish baths, and brothels.
Synopsis
Rupert Everett narrates the escapades of Lord Byron, the British romantic poet often described as “the first rockstar.” Between 1809 and 1810, Byron travels from Portugal to Istanbul, engaging in high society gatherings, Turkish baths, and brothels. His adventures are marked by scandal and a series of romantic entanglements. The documentary, produced by Channel 4, presents an episodic account of Byron's daring exploits and eccentric personality, revealing the wild behavior that defined his life.
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Why Watch
- Meet Lord Byron, the first rockstar of poetry.
- See Byron's scandalous escapades in high society.
- Find out about Byron's wild behavior and lovers.
Did You Know
- Lord Byron traveled from Portugal to Istanbul between 1809 and 1810.
- Rupert Everett describes Byron as 'Crazy, evil and dangerous'.
- Byron's adventures included visits to Turkish baths and brothels.
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What years did Lord Byron's adventures take place?
Lord Byron's adventures took place between 1809 and 1810.
Who narrates the documentary about Lord Byron?
Rupert Everett narrates the documentary about Lord Byron.
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The documentary includes a gay theme and portrays Byron's daring and eccentric personality.
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