The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun
Synopsis
This is the story of an unsung hero of photography: Harry Burton, the man whose images of the Tutankhamun excavation created a global sensation in the 1920s. Explore the spectacular locations where Burton worked, including Tutankhamun’s tomb and the surrounding temples.
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- Director
- Patrick McGrady
- Original Title
- The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Wavelength Films, BBC Four
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Patrick McGrady
Andy Muggleton
Patrick McGrady, Fiona Ryder, Lucy Ward
Department Leadership Roster
Patrick McGrady
Director
Patrick McGrady
Producer
Andy Muggleton
Director of Photography
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What is The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun about?
This is the story of an unsung hero of photography: Harry Burton, the man whose images of the Tutankhamun excavation created a global sensation in the 1920s. Explore the spectacular locations where Burton worked, including Tutankhamun’s tomb and the surrounding temples.
Who directed The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun?
The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun was directed by Patrick McGrady.
Who stars in The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun?
The principal cast of The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun includes Margaret Mountford.
When was The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun released and how long is it?
The Man Who Shot Tutankhamun was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.