Sunday, February 10, 2008

MUMMIES: SECRETS OF THE PHARAOHS




Documentary

PRINCIPAL PARTICIPANTS
Egyptologist Dr. Bob Brier
DNA researcher Dr. Angelique Corthals

REVIEW
IMAX presentations frequently rely upon stunning visuals and keep any serious comment to the minimum. In this case the narration is informative and appropriate although we are left hanging about the discovery of a cure for malaria. Perhaps the subject of another IMAX movie to come?

For some there are moments when it is necessary to look away as the camera lingers on the 3,000 year-old mummies. But hopefully not for too long because making use of impressive CGI we get to see how the Egyptians built their monuments first hand. Truly amazing.

CLASSIFICATION

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