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202457 minPGdocumentary

Shishkin's Writings

202457 minPGdocumentary

Petroglyphs provide a vivid reflection of ancient man's intellectual world, revealing his views and ideas about existence and consciousness.

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Yuliya Byvsheva

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Petroglyphs provide a vivid reflection of ancient man's intellectual world, revealing his views and ideas about existence and consciousness.

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Petroglyphs serve as a direct link to the thoughts and beliefs of ancient humans. These carvings reveal their understanding of the world and their place within it. Director Yuliya Byvsheva presents a 57-minute examination of these artifacts, focusing on their significance in archaeology. The film invites audiences to reflect on the enduring nature of these images and what they convey about human consciousness across time.

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