David Macaulay: Pyramid
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- Runtime
- 57 mins
How did ancient Egyptians build the Great Pyramid at Giza, joining two million blocks of heavy stone with amazing precision? Who were the leaders who built these enormous structures, and what did these tombs signify? Host David Macaulay explores the history, mythology, and religions of Egypt's people, combining live footage and animation. Take a rare look at the mummy of Ramses II and buried treasure in the sacred Valley of the Kings.
How did ancient Egyptians build the Great Pyramid at Giza, joining two million blocks of heavy stone with amazing precision? Who were the leaders who built these enormous structures, and what did these tombs signify? Host David Macaulay explores the history, mythology, and religions of Egypt's people, combining live footage and animation. Take a rare look at the mummy of Ramses II and buried treasure in the sacred Valley of the Kings.
Cast
- David Macaulay
- Derek Jacobi
- Brian Blessed
- John Hurt
- Siân Phillips
- Geoffrey Matthews
- Tim Pigott-Smith
- Sarah Bullen
- Timothy Spall
- Peter Pacey
- Ysanne Churchman
Director
- Larry Klein
Producers
- Larry Klein
- Mark Olshaker
