This documentary tells the story of how, after centuries of inaccessibility, the Mayan hieroglyphics were finally decoded by archaeologists. Through many discoveries by people of all ages, including Michael Coe and David Stuart, the Mayan Civilization is brought to life during this fascinating account of how the Mayan "code" was cracked, and the ways in which this newly available script has reshaped our understanding of Mayan civilization.
Type: DocumentaryLength: 54 minutes
Year: 2008
Audio Language: English
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Themes: Colonial, Guatemala, History, Indigenous Peoples, Mexico
Director(s): David Lebrun
