“Ancient Apocalypse: The Americas” is a documentary series hosted by Graham Hancock.
Archaeologist or pseudoscientist? Graham Hancock is a journalist whose passion for archaeology has driven him beyond the realm of expert opinion. He is on a mission to prove an intriguing theory: the widely accepted and academic stance is mistaken in certain respects, and forgotten civilizations existed that were far more advanced than what mainstream science tells us.
Graham Hancock’s books have sold millions of copies worldwide, continually sparking controversy.
Netflix brings us this second season, where the journalist continues his quest to find remnants of these civilizations lost to history (according to his theory).
This journey will take us through Indonesia, Malta, Mexico, and other parts of the world, raising profound questions about the great flood from thousands of years ago and, more importantly, the chronological errors of official sources.
Hancock focuses his attention on pyramids in all their forms, conducting investigations that lead him to suggest that the earliest ones were created during the last Ice Age, approximately 20,000 years ago.
About the Documentary Series
We don’t wish to delve into controversies or side with anyone, but “Ancient Apocalypse” has one great virtue: it is fantastically produced and represents a significant effort at the production level for a documentary.
In the eight episodes of this season, we are taken to various locations around the globe as Graham Hancock’s theories are explored: computer-generated reconstructions are made, high-tech experiments are conducted, and no expense is spared on travel for production.
In the absence of a time machine to verify the stances of one side or the other, the documentary series possesses a compelling ability to persuade, although it omits the opposing viewpoint: where are those who refute these theories? We would have liked to see the academic perspective, as “Ancient Apocalypse” strictly presents the journalist’s theories.
Nevertheless, it convinces, provides data, and all the research and theories do not seem to be the product of a crazed fan of “The X-Files” and conspiracy theories. The documentary seriously, orderly, and coherently presents the positions of a man who asserts something extraordinary: science is wrong, and the history of civilizations has not followed a linear progression; rather, there have been forgotten civilizations of which there is evidence.
Our Opinion
Whether Graham Hancock’s theories are entirely correct or not, the series “Ancient Apocalypse” boasts an extraordinary production and will be especially appealing to those who believe that not everything we are told is true. Beyond academic positions, it remains necessary to rethink history to discover other truths within it.
Enjoy it.
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