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In 'Discovery Atlantis', the film presents evidence that suggests Atlantis may have a basis in reality. It draws parallels between Plato's description of Atlantian masonry, which includes red, white, and black stones, and the walls found at the Minoan excavation site. This connection raises questions about the historical accuracy of the Atlantis narrative.
The documentary also links Plato's account of a sea made impassable by mud islands to pumice rafts resulting from a volcanic eruption. However, it omits key details from Plato's writings, such as the specific location of Atlantis and its association with the Atlantic Ocean. Additionally, the film does not cover Plato's timeline that correlates the sinking of Atlantis with the end of the last ice age, a time that submerged extensive fertile lands.
Why Watch
- •Find out about Minoan walls and Atlantian masonry.
- •See connections between mud islands and volcanic eruptions.
- •Meet the director Sarah Marris and her approach to Atlantis.
Did You Know
•Plato described Atlantian masonry using red, white, and black stones.
•The documentary connects mud islands to pumice rafts from a volcanic eruption.
•It omits the specific location of Atlantis mentioned by Plato.
•Plato's timeline links Atlantis' sinking to the end of the last ice age.
Perfect For
Ancient civilizationsPlato's writingsVolcanic eruptionsMinoan archaeology