Curse of the Egyptian Mummies


60m 2001

Brief Synopsis

An investigation into the alleged curse attached to the tomb of Tutankhamun, the boy king. Tutankhamun remained at rest in Egypt's Valley of the Kings for over 3000 years. But all of that changed in November 1922 when the tomb was uncovered by the British archaeologist, Howard Carter, who was excava

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2001
Production Company
London Weekend Television Productions

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

An investigation into the alleged curse attached to the tomb of Tutankhamun, the boy king. Tutankhamun remained at rest in Egypt's Valley of the Kings for over 3000 years. But all of that changed in November 1922 when the tomb was uncovered by the British archaeologist, Howard Carter, who was excavating the area on behalf of his patron, Lord Carnavon. When Carnavon died seven weeks later, rumors spread around the world about a curse that strikes those who raid the boy king's treasures.

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2001
Production Company
London Weekend Television Productions

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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