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Presented by the British Museum this is the story of the most famous army in the world. A triumph of early mass production and craftmanship, they were dreamt up by a man whose face we will never know; a figure who remains a more shadowy presence than that of his constructed warriors. And yet, Qin Shihuangdi was one of the .. Read more

Director The First Emperor
Genres Special Interest

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First Emperor - China's Terracotta Army

Presented by the British Museum this is the story of the most famous army in the world. A triumph of early mass production and craftmanship, they were dreamt up by a man whose face we will never know; a figure who remains a more shadowy presence than that of his constructed warriors. And yet, Qin Shihuangdi was one of the greatest military leaders in history. Based on the latest research and including location photography at key sites in China, this film sheds new light on the achievements, ambitions and legacy of this enigmatic and intriguing ruler - an emperor who wished to reign for all eternity.

Director The First Emperor
Studio QUANTUM LEAP
Run time DVD: 40 mins
Certificate Certificate Ex
Genres Special Interest
Language DVD: English
Released DVD: 26 Nov 2007
Format DVD

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  • Rated - 2 stars

    limited value

    this is not a documentary on par with something from the BBC or Channel 4. It's worth seeing BEFORE going to the exhibition at the British Museum as an introduction but if you watch afterwards you get very little value out of it as I did. It's mostly a repeat of what's in the exhibition which is already quite limited. At 40mins long, what do you expect I guess.

    Unfortunately the more interesting topics like the mythology of tomb, superstitions surrounding it, and it's relationship with modern day Chinese politics, is pretty much ignored altogether.

    Obviously it has been made in 'partnership' with the Chinese authorities - a very bland film is the outcome.

      • ginoT from London
      • Posted 09 Jan 2008 10:25

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      Presented by the British Museum this is the story of the most famous army in the world. A triumph of early mass production and craftmanship, they were dreamt up by a man whose face we will never know; a figure who remains a more shadowy presence than that of his constructed warriors. And yet, Qin ...