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"This film is one of the all-time, large-format classics."
"The weekend attendance to the Museum has doubled. We think it will have the strength and legs of an 'Everest.'"
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This gripping and unique film has topped box office records in the large-format film industry since its 1998 debut. Below are highlights from the extensive media raves the film has earned.
FROM THEATERS:
"It's magic! The top of the top! Best of the best! We have never seen higher attendance than we are seeing with 'Mysteries of Egypt.'"
- Frederic Nancel of Dome IMAX at La Defense in Paris, France
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"I knew right away, this film would be very, very successful. People who didn't know about us before, now know we exist. It is very exciting."
- Maria Luisa Castello, Theater Director of Teatromax, S.A.-IMAX Madrid
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"This film is one of the all-time, large-format classics. It's mystical and full of interesting history about an amazing place."
- Michael Einkorn, Theater Manager, Speyer, Germany
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"The response to 'Mysteries of Egypt' has been outstanding. Over the opening weekend, we had sell-out shows. The weekend attendance to the Museum has doubled. We think it will have the strength and legs of an 'Everest.'"
- Wes Wenhardt, Hackworth IMAX Dome Theater in San Jose, CA
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FROM PRESS / REVIEWERS:
"'Mysteries of Egypt' blends the two periods, ancient and modern, to give a better understanding of how and why these magnificent artifacts were created. The result is an exceptionally entertaining movie that provides a greater understanding and appreciation of an intriguing period that still remains a huge and compelling mystery."
- Houston Chronicle
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"Weaving the story of determination, discovery and tragedy of the British archaeologist who discovered King Tut's tomb, the film uncovers the amazing accomplishments of this ancient civilization in fascinating detail."
- Turtle Creek News, Dallas, TX
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"The film is a treat for any lover of history, culture or mystery."
- Courier-News, Bridgewater, NJ
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"'Mysteries of Egypt' is a 40-minute arm-chair adventure to the Nile River, deserts, valleys and the wondrous pyramids of Giza."
- Home News Tribune
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"This is a must-see documentary…and grand is the only word to describe how director Bruce Neibar guides his cameras across the sands and through the skies."
- Calgary Sun
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"The aerial shots of the pyramids and sweeping takes of waterfalls at the source of the Nile are breathtaking."
- Dallas Observer
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"Complete with incredible aerial shots of the Nile and vast images of the great pyramids of Giza, it's as close as you can get to ancient Egypt without buying a plane ticket."
- The Review, Niagara Falls, ONT
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"The most breathtaking views of King Tut's treasures without being in the presence of the real thing."
- Ottawa Citizen
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"I haven't seen anything [even] 30 percent accurate…until now."
- Zahi Hawass, Director General of the Giza Plateau/Egyptologist/Film Consultant
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