In ancient Egypt, Nakht recounts the construction of the Great Pyramid at Giza, detailing engineering methods and labor organization from 2580-2560 BCE.
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In ancient Egypt, Nakht recounts the construction of the Great Pyramid at Giza, detailing engineering methods and labor organization from 2580-2560 BCE.
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Nakht, a fictional builder, narrates the construction of the Great Pyramid at Giza, a monumental feat completed around 2580-2560 BCE. The documentary, produced by the BBC in collaboration with the Discovery Channel and NDR, details the engineering techniques and labor organization that made this ancient wonder possible. It features insights from recent archaeological research, revealing the materials and methods used by the builders. The film received a Primetime Emmy Award in 2003 for its special visual effects.
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- Watch the special effects that won an Emmy Award.
- See the fictional builder Nakht's perspective on pyramid construction.
- Find out about the collaboration between BBC and Discovery Channel.
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- The film won a Primetime Emmy Award in 2003 for special visual effects.
- Pyramid was released on Region 2 DVD as a bonus disc with Egypt.
- The documentary was nominated for an International Emmy Award in 2004.
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What year was the documentary Pyramid released?
Pyramid was released in 2002.
Who produced the documentary Pyramid?
Pyramid was produced by the BBC in co-production with the Discovery Channel and NDR.
What award did Pyramid win in 2003?
Pyramid won a Primetime Emmy Award in 2003 for Outstanding Special Visual Effects for a Miniseries, Movie or Special.
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