Breaking the Maya Code (2008)
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.
Director: David Lebrun
Genre: Documentary, Mystery, History
Runtime: 116 min
Release Date: May 5, 2008
Cast
- CCH Pounder - Narrator (voice)
- Michael D. Coe - Self
- Ian Graham - Self
- Nikolai Grube - Self
- Peter Mathews - Self
Screenplay
Production: Night Fire Films
Country: United States of America
Language: Deutsch, English, Français, Český
Budget: $1M
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: David Lebrun
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Breaking the Maya Code 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 three continents.
- Who directed Breaking the Maya Code?
- Breaking the Maya Code was directed by David Lebrun.
- Who stars in Breaking the Maya Code?
- Breaking the Maya Code stars CCH Pounder, Michael D. Coe, Ian Graham, Nikolai Grube, Peter Mathews.
- How long is Breaking the Maya Code?
- Breaking the Maya Code has a runtime of 1h 56m (116 minutes).
- What genre is Breaking the Maya Code?
- Breaking the Maya Code is a Documentary, Mystery, History film.
- What is the budget of Breaking the Maya Code?
- Breaking the Maya Code had a budget of $1M.
- Where was Breaking the Maya Code produced?
- Breaking the Maya Code was produced in United States of America.