The Lost Gods of Easter Island

The Lost Gods of Easter Island

6.5

Apr 24 2000

1h 49m

Documentary

A simple, carved figure bought at an auction in New York leads David Attenborough on a global journey from Russia to Australia, from England back to the Pacific. On the way he delves into a history of the stunning stones on Easter Island.

David Attenborough

David Attenborough

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