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Breaking the Maya Code

TV-G1h 56m2008David Lebrun
IMDb: 7.7/10
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The complex and beautiful hieroglyphic script of the ancient Maya was until recently one of the last great undeciphered writing systems. Based on the best-selling book by Michael Coe, called by the New York Times "one of the great stories of 20th century scientific discovery", Breaking the Maya Code traces the epic quest to unlock the secrets of the script across 200 years, nine countries and three continents.

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What is Breaking the Maya Code (2008) about?

The complex and beautiful hieroglyphic script of the ancient Maya was until recently one of the last great undeciphered writing systems. Based on the best-selling book by Michael Coe, called by the New York Times "one of the great stories of 20th century scientific discovery", Breaking the Maya Code traces the epic quest to unlock the secrets of the script across 200 years, nine countries and…

Who stars in Breaking the Maya Code?

Breaking the Maya Code stars CCH Pounder (Narrator (voice)), Michael D. Coe (Self), Ian Graham (Self), Nikolai Grube (Self), Peter Mathews (Self). The film was directed by David Lebrun.

How long is Breaking the Maya Code?

Breaking the Maya Code has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2008. It is rated TV-G.

Is Breaking the Maya Code worth watching?

Breaking the Maya Code holds an IMDb rating of 7.7/10. Fans of Documentary, Mystery, History are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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