The Lord of Sipan

Apr 27, 2009

0h 52m

★ 7.5

Overview

The tombs of the grand lords of Moche civilization - one of Peru's most important pre-Hispanic civilizations -- are in constant danger from grave robbers, but archeologist Walter Alva has managed to find some priceless treasures and recreate the lives of this ancient people of northern Peru.

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Documentary

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El Deseo

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Cast

Host

Steven Hughes

Lord of Sipan

Reynaldo Arenas

Priestess

Mónica Sánchez

Priest

Augusto Varillas

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Voices That Heal

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4.0

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2.0

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7.5

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8.0

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8.0

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7.6

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7.5

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7.2

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9.0

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7.2

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The Lord of Sipan

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