Instant Netflix

For those of you that have Instant Netflix, here is a list of documentaries that you should definitely watch. If you watch one on your own time, write up at least 1 page of notes that you've learned from this documentary AND write a paragraph of how it is relevant to our class, I will give 5 extra credit points on your next quiz that applies. Ongoing. (That could be the difference between a B and an A!)

*All descriptions are by Netflix.

"Nova" explores recent claims that challenge decades of previous thinking about Easter Island's ancient residents and the giant statues they built.

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Ancient Egyptian secrets are revealed as an archaeologist unearths artifacts, drawings and other clues from a mysterious tunnel deep below the earth.

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New techniques for cracking ancient mysteries are revealed in this program about the 2007 discovery of a possible Leonardo da Vinci portrait.

*I just watched this one...it's fascinating!

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This IMAX documentary opens the lid on the tombs of the pharaohs for an in-depth look at the meaning behind the mystery of the mummies.

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Putting 8,000 clay soldiers in historical context, this documentary explores the terracotta warriors created to guard the Emperor of China's tomb

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A gripping tale of intrigue and mystery in the art world, this film traces the history of the Barnes collection of Post-Impressionist paintings.

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Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei uses social media and art to inspire protests and suffers government persecution for his actions.

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This compelling National Geographic documentary explores the mysteries of - and the meaning behind -- the sacred sites of Jerusalem.

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This poetic documentary examines the history and lasting impact of the Great Inca Road, an amazing feat of engineering spanning more than 8,000 miles.

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This documentary presents surprising new evidence and a groundbreaking theory about the origin and religious purpose of the enigmatic Stonehenge.

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This fascinating documentary offers an unprecedented look at France's Chauvet Cave, which contains the oldest human-painted images found on Earth.

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This documentary tells the true story of the birth and flourishing of civilisation in the Middle East and its huge influence on the West.

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Israeli archeologist Ehud Netzer is the focus of this documentary examining Netzer's many-year search for the tomb of Herod the Great.

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This documentary chronicles 12 years of the Nazis' pillaging works of art throughout Europe and the international effort to locate these treasures.
        *We're actually going to watch this one in class, but in case you want to watch it twice...

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Gary Hustwit's film looks at the issues and strategies behind urban design and explores a diverse range of urban design projects around the world.

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Past and present collide in this powerful documentary featuring the findings of an expedition team as they explore these Egyptian wonders.

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Journey to the heart of Islam with this documentary that explores the holy city of Mecca and its historical significance in several major religions.

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This poetic documentary examines the history and lasting impact of the Great Inca Road, an amazing feat of engineering spanning more than 8,000 miles.

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