Ridiculed by traditional egyptologists but supported by geologist robert schoch, john anthony west cites water erosion as evidence that the great sphinx is. The host of the documentary, which features egyptologist john anthony west and writer richard c. Release dates 1 also known as aka 0 release dates usa 10 november 1993. Hosted by charlton heston, this program presents geological evidence that the worlds most famous monument, the great sphinx of egypt, may be thousands of years older than we have been taught. Archeologists have unearthed an entire egyptian sphinx in the middle of a californian desert. Both held up their ends of the bargain, and the future pharaoh completed one of the first ancient restorations of the great sphinx.
In 2008, the film 10,000 bc showed a supposed original sphinx with a lions head. The mystery of chaco canyon film the mystery of chaco canyon 01 january 1999. The mystery of the sphinxs origin and purpose has often given rise to mystical. Mystery of the sphinx is a 1993 documentary about the great sphinx of giza. Between 1991 and 1993 ce, while examining evidence for erosion at. Robert schoch, a professor of geology at boston university, made an astounding discovery on the great sphinx of giza in egypt. The face of the sphinx is generally believed to represent the pharaoh khafre.
Now if im being overly cynical, and this isnt a rushed to completion case of similar cinema, i apologize. Watch mysteries of the sphinx full episode ancient aliens. A brutal murder has been committed, and an eyewitness has placed wealthy philanthropist jerome breen lionel atwill at the scene of the crime. Jan 01, 2009 through a series of evidences and arguments, complete with illustrations, photos, and other inserts, temple convincingly leads the reader to a conclusion which, uncharacteristically of academic publications, is well summed up in a few paragraphs, perhaps two pages, revealing and solving the mystery of the sphinx. Later egyptian rulers worshipped it as an aspect of the sun god, calling it horemakhet horus of the horizon. Boris said i 19322002 boris said was born on may 5, 1932 in new york city, new york, usa as boris robert said jr. The great sphinx of giza, commonly referred to as the sphinx of giza or just the sphinx, is a limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. Just click the edit page button at the bottom of the page or learn more in the akas submission guide. Show more show less the creators of the mysterious origins of man present a revolutionary film that examines one of our greatest mysteries. Now no one knows how the sphinx looked at its completion because both natural erosion and destruction at the hand of man have altered its original form. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. The great sphinx in giza is the largest and most studied monolithic sculpture on earth, yet it remains one of humanities greatest mysteries. How were the 200ton stone blocks lifted into place.
It does so by suggesting the sphinx water erosion hypothesis. Mystery of the sphinx tv movie 1993 plot summary imdb. In exchange, the sphinx promised thutmose the egyptian crown. The sphinx similar films to watch if you like the sphinx. Archeologists and historians found many pictures of the sphinx drawn with wings, the body of a lion and ox, and the face of man. The mystery of the sphinx by charlton heston 185483905261. Mystery of the sphinx tv movie 1993 mystery of the sphinx. This documentary about the great sphinx of giza was originally seen on nbc. Ron hall, denver moore, lynn vincentsame kind of different as me movie edition. In a dream, the sphinx appeared to thutmose as the sun god, horus, and asked for protection from the encroaching sands. The sphinx was the emblem of the ancient citystate of chios, and appeared on seals and the obverse side of coins from the 6th century bce until the 3rd century ce. The mystery of the sphinx 1993 the movie database tmdb. The mystery of the sphinx, introduced american viewers to the discovery by john anthony west and robert schoch that the great sphinx of giza might be thousands of years older than its assumed date of 2500 bc.
Friedrich nietzsche the great sphinx in giza is the largest and most studied monolithic sculpture on earth, yet it remains one of humanities greatest mysteries. It deals mainly with the conflict between egyptologists and geologists about the age of the great sphinx. It looks like we dont have any akas for this title yet. I agree totally what does this have to do with the sphinx or any mystery of it. And that is precisely the mystery of the crown of the sphinx and the mystery of the face that in this case we are showing with the face of tutankhamen, who was a true human being, who had the green lion incarnated within him. In 1995, nbc televised a primetime documentary hosted by actor charlton heston and directed by bill cote, called mystery of the sphinx. It deals mainly with the conflict between egyptologists and a handful. John anthony west examines that water erosion on the sphinx can predate it to 10,000 years old other mysteries such as how they moved 200 ton stone blocks to build the pyramids, the secret chambers under the sphinx and the links to the pyramids that are suggested on mars. The mystery of the sphinx broadcast version presents, for the first time ever, the controversial findings of authoregyptologist john anthony west that the sphinx was eroded by water. Mystery of the sphinx tv movie 1993 release info imdb. Accounts exist of the sphinx as an oracle, as a kings burial chamber, and as a temple for initiation into the hermetic mysteries. Geologist robert schoch proposes the sphinx is closer to 9,000 years old. The sphinx mystery robert temple with olivia temple. The mystery of the great sphinx ancient history encyclopedia.
Mystery of the sphinx 1993 ridiculed by traditional egyptologists but supported by geologist robert schoch, john anthony west cites water erosion as evidence that the great sphinx is more than 9,000 years old. Also known as aka it looks like we dont have any akas for this title yet. Hosted by charlton heston, it explores the possibility that the sphinx maybe older than expected. This program presents geological evidence that the worlds most famous monument may be thousands of years older than we have been taught. In a series of expeditions between 1991 and 1993 led by john anthony west, scientific. The program centered on the research and writings of john anthony west, a nonacademic egyptologist, who, along with dr. The pattern of erosion on the sphinx indicates that it was carved at the end of the. John anthony west examines that water erosion on the sphinx can predate it to 10,000 years old.
It deals mainly with the conflict between egyptologists and a hand. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. The film was remade by william beaudine as phantom killer in 1942. Schaffner and starring lesleyanne down and frank langella. Find information about the sphinx watch the sphinx on allmovie allmovie. Narrated by charlton heston, the film searches for answers to questions about this most enduring of mysterious monuments. The forgotten origins of the sanctuary of anubis temple, robert, temple, olivia on. The mystery of the sphinx film the mystery of the sphinx 10 november 1993.
Mystery of the sphinx makes a challenge against conventional thought regarding the age of the famed egyptian sphinx. In march 1993, a small door made of marble or limestone with two copper handles. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. The mystery of the sphinx 1993 the movie database tmdb hosted by charlton heston, it explores the possibility that the sphinx maybe older than expected. The sphinx mystery shrouded in mystery for centuries, the sphinx of giza has frustrated many who have attempted to discover its original purpose. In accordance with the directives of government and health authorities, we have temporarily suspended operations. In conclusion, this program answers mysteries about the sphinx. Mystery of the sphinx tv movie 1993 mystery of the. Daniels found her beginnings in film with roles in man in the attic 1953, princess of the nile 1954 featuring debra paget and the leslie caron fantasy the glass slipper 1955. Their conclusion is that the best fit for this hypothetical map is the.
Jan 06, 2017 relaxing warm jazz smooth fireplace jazz music for stress relief chill out music relax music 4,672 watching live now. Nov 10, 2012 see whats new at ufotv all access commercial free with your support now on all smart tvs, computers and personal devices subscribe now stream big. Charlton heston is the host of the documentary, which features john anthony west and geologist robert m. As much as i did enjoy the presentation of new opinions, the mystery of the sphinx still remained. Mystery of the sphinx expanded directors cut movie. Since 1991, schoch has been a proponent of the fringe sphinx. The sphinx mystery the forgotten origins of the sanctuary of anubis by robert temple with olivia temple. This is the documentary that shook up egyptian archaeology when it was broadcast on nbc television.
The mystery of the sphinx, which was hosted by charlton heston, aired on nbc in 1993 and was nominated for. Video production and editing, consciousnessraising documentaries. Sphinx is a 1981 american adventure film directed by franklin j. Archeologists have unearthed an entire egyptian sphinx, in. A fascinating documentary on the origins of the sphinx of egypt with earth shaking conclusions. The mystery of sphinx is where to start reading the stars. Facing the rising sun, the great sphinx is located on the giza plateau, about 10 km west of cairo, on the west bank of the nile river.
A successful actress, lisa daniels lent her talents to the big screen, most notably in drama. Graham hancock completed his us book signing tour on monday july 1st. Even if we dont compare sphinx to one of the greatest american films every created, however, and decide to assess it on its own merits, this kind of sucks as a movie. Later in her career, daniels appeared on the mystery of the sphinx nbc, 1993 94. The screenplay by john byrum is based on the 1979 novel of the same name by robin cook. Overview of mysteries of the sphinx, the, 1993, directed by bill cote, with charlton heston, john anthony west, at turner classic movies. The mystery of the sphinx ufo tv special edition 1993. Most egyptologist theorize the sphinx is around 3,000 years old. Relaxing warm jazz smooth fireplace jazz music for stress relief chill out music relax music 4,672 watching live now. This film linked the sphinx to atlantis and suggested that the chamber beneath the. This revolutionary film examines one of our greatest mysteries.
This film linked the sphinx to atlantis and suggested that the chamber. The sphinx is a 1933 american precode mystery drama film directed by phil rosen. Through a series of evidences and arguments, complete with illustrations, photos, and other inserts, temple convincingly leads the reader to a conclusion which, uncharacteristically of academic publications, is well summed up in a few paragraphs, perhaps two pages, revealing and solving the mystery of the sphinx. Since i saw the original airing of this documentary on nbc television network on november 10, 1993 i feel im qualified to comment. The mystery of the sphinx is a 1993 television documentary about the great sphinx of giza.
Watch mystery of the sphinx online 1993 movie yidio. Facing the rising sun, the great sphinx is located on the giza plateau, about 10km west of cairo, on the west bank of the nile river. Facing directly from west to east, it stands on the giza plateau on the west bank of the nile in giza, egypt. The film was remade by william beaudine as phantom killer in 1942 plot summary. Schoch is an american associate professor of natural sciences at the college of general studies, boston university. Feel free to copy and circulate this article for noncommercial purposes provided the web site and author are mentioned. Mystery of the sphinx tv movie 1993 company credits imdb. Mystery of the sphinx, narrated by charlton heston, a documentary. Uncovering secrets of the sphinx history smithsonian magazine. He died on march 24, 2002 in kirkland, washington, usa.
A man comes out of the office of garfield investment company. No human endeavor has been more associated with mystery than the huge, ancient lion that has a human head and is seemingly resting on the rocky plateau a. The screenplay by john byrum is based on the 1979 novel of. Narrated by charlton heston, the documentary provides evidence that the ancient egyptians possessed scientific knowledge.
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