The Man who Discovered Egypt
Ancient Egypt was vandalised by tomb raiders and treasure hunters until one Victorian adventurer took them on. Most of us have never heard of Flinders Petrie, but this maverick genius undertook a scientific survey of the pyramids, discovered the oldest portraits in the world, unearthed Egypt's prehistoric roots - and in the process invented modern field archaeology, giving meaning to a whole civilisation.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2012 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Documentary, History |
| Director | Deborah Perkin |
| Runtime | 59 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.7/10 (3 votes) |
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The Man who Discovered Egypt has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.7/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A 2012 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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