The Ancient Peruvian

Duration: 27

Year Published: 1967

Creator: INTL. FILM FOUNDATION

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: sound

Description: Portrays the rise and fall of pre-Columbian civilizations in Peru, beginning with early Andean cultures and culminating with the Incan civilization. Contrasts the art and life of the ancient Peruvian with scenes of contemporary Peru., Presents Inca culture from early history to the present, using live-action and animation. Contrasts modern Incans and their culture with carvings, tapestry, and pictographs of the early times. Explains part of the early political structure and its effect upon the Inca today.

Complete Record: Portrays the rise and fall of pre-Columbian civilizations in Peru, beginning with early Andean cultures and culminating with the Incan civilization. Contrasts the art and life of the ancient Peruvian with scenes of contemporary Peru., Live-action footage and animation, inspired by Indian motifs portray Peru's ancient civilizations and the obscure origins of the Chavin, Paracas, Nasca, Mochica and Tiahuanaco cultures. The art and life of the Pre-Columbian Peruvian are contrasted with scenes of contemporary life. Concludes with an exploration of the Inca Empire. , NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.