David Macaulay: Pyramid (1989)
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.
Director: Larry Klein
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David Macaulay as Host |
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Derek Jacobi as Hordedef (voice) |
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Brian Blessed as Ankhaf (voice) |
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John Hurt as Khufu / Second French Explorer (voice) |
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Siân Phillips as Mersyankh (voice) |
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Geoffrey Matthews as Nebka / Dedi / Messenger / First French Explorer (voice) |
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Tim Pigott-Smith as Djedefre / Scout (voice) |
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Sarah Bullen as Henutsen (voice) |
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Timothy Spall as Kawab / Tomb Robber (voice) |
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Peter Pacey as Khafre / Guard (voice) |
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Ysanne Churchman as Meritities / Boy Khafre (voice) |
| Directing | Larry Klein | Director |
| Writing | Mark Olshaker | Writer |
| Writing | David Macaulay | Book |
| Production | Ray Hubbard | Executive Producer |
| Production | Larry Klein | Producer |
| Production | Mark Olshaker | Producer |