NOVA - S35E14: Cracking the Maya Code

Name: Cracking the Maya Code
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2008-04-08
Duration: 55 min
Rating: 6

Apr 08, 2008IMDb : 6DocumentarySeason 35, Episode 14

The ancient Maya civilization of Central America left behind an intricate and mysterious hieroglyphic script, carved on monuments, painted on pottery, and drawn in handmade bark-paper books. For centuries, scholars considered it too complex ever to understand—until recently, when an ingenious series of breakthroughs finally cracked the code and unleashed a torrent of new insights into the Mayas' turbulent past. For the first time, NOVA presents the epic inside story of how the decoding was done—traveling to the remote jungles of southern Mexico and Central America to investigate how the code was broken and what Maya writings now reveal.

Director: David Lebrun, David Lebrun

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NOVA S35E14 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "Cracking the Maya Code" in HD quality on Goojara. Rated 6.0/10, this episode delivers quality storytelling. Originally aired on 2008-04-08, this episode is part of Season 35 of NOVA. Directed by David Lebrun, the episode showcases skilled craftsmanship behind the camera. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. The ancient Maya civilization of Central America left behind an intricate and mysterious hieroglyphic script, carved on monuments, painted on pottery, and drawn in handmade bark-paper books. For centuries, scholars considered it too complex ever to u...