David Macaulay: Pyramid (movie)

David Macaulay: Pyramid (movie)

  • Production country: US
  • Producer: Larry Klein
  • Production companies: Unicorn Projects
  • Genre: Documentary, History
  • Release date: 1/4/1989
  • Run time: 57 min.

Movie description

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.

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David Macaulay

David Macaulay

Role(s): Host

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Derek Jacobi

Derek Jacobi

Role(s): Hordedef (voice)

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Brian Blessed

Brian Blessed

Role(s): Ankhaf (voice)

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John Hurt

John Hurt

Role(s): Khufu / Second French Explorer (voice)

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Siân Phillips

Siân Phillips

Role(s): Mersyankh (voice)

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