David Macaulay: Pyramid
David Macaulay: Pyramid
Release: 1989-01-04
·Runtime: 57m
Documentary
History
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.
Production Companies
Unicorn Projects
Cast
Derek Jacobi
as Hordedef (voice)
John Hurt
as Khufu / Second French Explorer (voice)
Siân Phillips
as Mersyankh (voice)
Timothy Spall
as Kawab / Tomb Robber (voice)
David Macaulay
as Host
Brian Blessed
as Ankhaf (voice)
Tim Pigott-Smith
as Djedefre / Scout (voice)
Peter Pacey
as Khafre / Guard (voice)
Ysanne Churchman
as Meritities / Boy Khafre (voice)
