Breaking the Maya Code (2008)
Breaking the Maya Code (2008), directed by David Lebrun, starring CCH Pounder and Michael D. Coe.
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Synopsis
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.
- David LebrunDirector, Writer
Trivia
- The production budget was US$ 1.0 million.
- It premiered on May 5, 2008, a Monday.
- It runs 1h56 — a typical feature length.
- This film's quiz has 11 questions — enough to play more than once without repeats.
Production
- StudiosNight Fire Films
- CountriesUnited States
- LanguagesGerman, English, French, Czech
- BudgetUS$ 1,000,000
- StatusReleased
Cast
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CCH Pounder
Narrator (voice) - Michael D. Coe Self
- Ian Graham Self
- Nikolai Grube Self
- Peter Mathews Self
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Crew
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- David Lebrun Writer
Questions about this film
What is Breaking the Maya Code about?
Breaking the Maya Code: 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 qu…
Who directed Breaking the Maya Code?
Breaking the Maya Code was directed by David Lebrun in 2008.
Who stars in Breaking the Maya Code?
The cast of Breaking the Maya Code includes CCH Pounder, Michael D. Coe, Ian Graham, Nikolai Grube and Peter Mathews.
How long is Breaking the Maya Code?
Breaking the Maya Code runs for 116 minutes, or 1h56.
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