Mysteries of the Terracotta Warriors is a documentary directe by James Tovell.
Approximately 2200 years ago, Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor, unified the six Chinese kingdoms and created what is known today as China. His monumental achievements include the construction of the Great Wall and the creation of the grandest tomb the world has ever seen. Upon his death, the Qin dynasty faded into obscurity, and his tomb lay forgotten and buried until its rediscovery in 1974.
This vast tomb, sprawling over 49 square kilometers, houses over 8000 unique terracotta warriors, all different and unique, buried alongside the man who created China. The entire funerary complex spans 60 square kilometers, equivalent to the size of Manhattan, featuring a replicated terracotta world with horses, acrobats, and a city designed for the emperor to rule for eternity.
“Mysteries of the Terracotta Warriors” is a captivating documentary presented by Netflix that combines fifty years of research, interactive dramatizations, and firsthand accounts from archaeologists. It poses intriguing questions and reveals mysteries that still surround the emperor’s tomb and its construction. With spectacular images showcasing the tomb’s construction, the documentary provides stunning computer reconstructions to help envision the scale of this grand endeavor.
Moreover, the documentary explores the perplexing events surrounding the emperor’s death, including the subsequent controversies and assassination of the emperor’s concubines. The mysterious “conspiracy of the dunes” that resulted in the death of the emperor’s sons, brothers, and brutal punishments are brought to light through recent discoveries near the emperor’s tomb.
Additionally, through archaeological findings, the documentary reveals the combat techniques of the ancient warriors and events that unfolded after the demise of China’s first emperor.
“Mysteries of the Terracotta Warriors” brilliantly focuses on the history and mysteries, constantly provoking intriguing questions, and offering viewers a history lesson on a discovery that, despite being well-known, always has something new to learn. A fascinating discovery that unfolds a thousand captivating mysteries.
Are you ready to uncover the secrets of history? This is undoubtedly an excellent opportunity to do so.
