The Mystery of Chaco Canyon
“Unveils the Astronomical Brilliance of an Ancient Culture in the American Southwest”
Synopsis
Chaco Canyon, located in northwest New Mexico, is perhaps the only site in the world constructed in an elaborate pattern that mirrors the yearly cycle of the sun and the 19-year cycle of the moon. How did an ancient civilization, with no known written language, arrange its buildings into a virtual celestial calendar, spanning an area roughly the size of Ireland?
Top Cast
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Robert Redford
Narrator (voice)
Paul Pino
Self - Council Member, Laguna Pueblo
John Stein
Self - Archaeologist
Mike Marshall
Self - Archaeologist
Rich Friedman
Self - Geologist
Anna Sofaer
Self - Archaeoastronomer
Phil Tuwaletstiwa
Self - Geodesist, Hopi Tribe
Edmund J. Ladd
Self - Archaeologist, Zuni
Dave Warren
Self - Ethnohistorian, Santa Clara Pueblo
Petuuche Gilbert
Self - Historian, Acoma Pueblo
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anna Sofaer
- Screenplay & Story
- Anna Sofaer, Matt Dibble
- Original Score
- Michael Stearns
- Original Title
- The Mystery of Chaco Canyon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- Bullfrog Films, The Solstice Project
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anna Sofaer
Anna Sofaer, Matt Dibble
Michael Stearns
Matt Dibble
Anna Sofaer
Department Leadership Roster
Anna Sofaer
Writer
Anna Sofaer
Director
Matt Dibble
Writer
Matt Dibble
Editor
Anna Sofaer
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mystery of Chaco Canyon
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What is The Mystery of Chaco Canyon about?
Chaco Canyon, located in northwest New Mexico, is perhaps the only site in the world constructed in an elaborate pattern that mirrors the yearly cycle of the sun and the 19-year cycle of the moon. How did an ancient civilization, with no known written language, arrange its buildings into a virtual celestial calendar, spanning an area roughly the size of Ireland?
Who directed The Mystery of Chaco Canyon?
The Mystery of Chaco Canyon was directed by Anna Sofaer.
Who stars in The Mystery of Chaco Canyon?
The principal cast of The Mystery of Chaco Canyon includes Robert Redford, Paul Pino, John Stein, Mike Marshall, Rich Friedman.
When was The Mystery of Chaco Canyon released and how long is it?
The Mystery of Chaco Canyon was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 57m.
Who composed the musical score for The Mystery of Chaco Canyon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mystery of Chaco Canyon was composed by Michael Stearns.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Mystery of Chaco Canyon?
The Mystery of Chaco Canyon holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).