Adventure - Race To Extinction
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Extract 2
Extract 3
1966
00:48:18
Mexico
Investigation about the ancient mystery of why the Mayas of Mexico deserted their stupendous cities.
Physical formats available:
16mm
Digital formats available:
MPEG-4 AVC
Audio & visual:
Sound,
Black & White
Also investigates the question of whether there is a connection between the Mayas and the Lacandon Indians which are fighting for their survival in the forests of Mexico. A missionary settlement in the jungle in Mexico (To teach language to Lacandon Indians. Teaching the Indians arithmetic by playing bingo. MERIDA,YUCATAN - street scenes including peasants walking along pavement and traffic along tree-lined road.