Quest for the Phoenicians
Originally released in 2004. Quest for the Phoenicians is a documentary film. directed by John B. Bredar. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Join two scientists and an explorer as they travel to Lebanon to find out more about the ancient Phoenicians. The scientists are using genetics to determine the link between the current Lebanese population and the early Phoenicians from bone excavations made at ancient sites. Meanwhile, the explorer tries to retrace the shipping and sailing routes of the Phoenicians, who were aggressive explorers that discovered and conquered other Mediterranean lands.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- National Geographic
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quest for the Phoenicians about?
Join two scientists and an explorer as they travel to Lebanon to find out more about the ancient Phoenicians. The scientists are using genetics to determine the link between the current Lebanese po...
Who directed Quest for the Phoenicians?
Quest for the Phoenicians was directed by John B. Bredar.
How long is Quest for the Phoenicians?
Quest for the Phoenicians has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was Quest for the Phoenicians released?
Quest for the Phoenicians was released on October 20, 2004 in theaters.