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The Lord of Sipan
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The Lord of Sipan

2009-04-27 · 52 min · ★ 7.5

Documentary · History

The tombs of the grand lords of Moche civilization - one of Peru's most important pre-Hispanic civilizations -- are in constant danger from grave robbers, but archeologist Walter Alva has managed to find some priceless treasures and recreate the lives of this ancient people of northern Peru.

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Directors
José Manuel Novoa
Production companies
Explorer films, Explora Films, El Deseo
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Steven HughesHost
Reynaldo ArenasReynaldo ArenasLord of Sipan
Mónica SánchezMónica SánchezPriestess
Augusto VarillasPriest

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