The Tomb of the Scythian Prince (2000)

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The Scythians, skilled horsemen and nomadic conquerors, built a feared empire in the vast Eurasian steppe between the 9th and 3rd centuries B.C. All that remains are their graves: the Kourganes. In April 1999, a 2400 year-old Scythian tomb was discovered in Kazakhstan. It contained, among other treasures, twelve horses completely harnessed in gold, suggesting high social status.

Director: Marc Jampolsky
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Bruno Courtin
Cinematography: Jean-Marie Cornuel
Editing: Pierre Catalan
Production: Gedeon Programmes, ARTE, Discovery
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Themes

Ancient Civilizations and Giant Monuments

Keywords

treasure, ancient history, archaeology

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Tomb of the Scythian Prince about?
The Scythians, skilled horsemen and nomadic conquerors, built a feared empire in the vast Eurasian steppe between the 9th and 3rd centuries B.C. All that remains are their graves: the Kourganes. In April 1999, a 2400 year-old Scythian tomb was discovered in Kazakhstan. It contained, among other treasures, twelve horses completely harnessed in gold, suggesting high social status.
Who directed The Tomb of the Scythian Prince?
The Tomb of the Scythian Prince was directed by Marc Jampolsky.
Who stars in The Tomb of the Scythian Prince?
The Tomb of the Scythian Prince stars Lemmy Constantine.
How long is The Tomb of the Scythian Prince?
The Tomb of the Scythian Prince has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is The Tomb of the Scythian Prince?
The Tomb of the Scythian Prince is a Documentary, History film.
Where was The Tomb of the Scythian Prince produced?
The Tomb of the Scythian Prince was produced in France.
What are the themes of The Tomb of the Scythian Prince?
The themes of The Tomb of the Scythian Prince include: Ancient Civilizations and Giant Monuments.