Posts Tagged 'north-america'
Aztecs: Inside the hidden empire 1/5
Aztecs: Inside the hidden empire 1/5 Ancient Voices – Aztecs: Inside the hidden empire Part 1 Brutal, Sophisticated, Misunderstood, Beneath the sprawl of modern-day Mexico City lie the once-glorious remains of the Aztec Capital of Tenochtitlan. From this teeming 15th-century hub, the Aztecs ruled a realm of fabulous architecture, advanced science and intricate artwork. But they are best known for their reliance on human sacrifice and violent conquest to control their world. Why, then, did a civilization capable of such beauty and accomplishment harbor such violence at its very heart? Join leading researchers on a journey from the magnificent past of North America's greatest empire to its poignant remnants today. Visit the ghostly ruins of Teotihuacan where the Aztec myth was born and through virtual-reality, see the long-vanished Tenochtitlan rise again in all its ceremonial splendor. Then, witness the arrival of the Spanish and the grisly excesses on both sides that ultimately led to the Aztecs' downfall. Aztecs: Inside the Hidden Empire reveals all the complex and surprising sides of this world of “blood and flowers.” Now, renowned experts and breakthrough techniques reveal history's most sought-after secrets…in the echo of ANCIENT VOICES. See lost worlds brought to life again through state-of-the-art virtual reality reconstructions, stunning location filming and evocative reenactments. And get closer than ever before to the extraordniary human minds behind the myths, mysteries and monuments. From: DocumentalesMexico Views: 115469 215 ratings Time: 10:01 More in Entertainment
Willow TV Partners With DIRECTV to Broadcast the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 to US Viewers in High Definition
Willow TV, the leader in live cricket broadcasts across North America, today announced an agreement with DIRECTV to broadcast the World Cup in high-definition. Willow acquired the exclusive rights to distribute cricket’s marquee competition on television, broadband and the Internet in the United States through an agreement with ESPN STAR Sports , ICC’s global broadcast and production partner.
New Film ‘Machete’ evokes race war
New Film 'Machete' evokes race war www.infowars.com Director Robert Rodriguez' new film 'Machete' has created controversy after a promotional trailer released online makes provoking comments about Arizona– referring to its new immigration laws– before depicted a machete-wielding vigilante who leads an uprising and massacre against Texas authorities. The filmmakers called it a 'special' Cinco de Mayo message to Arizona, inviting viewers into a violent on-screen race war with red-saturated 70s exploitation violence and endless killing. Alex Jones explains how the unsettling film, currently in production here in Austin, Texas, had upset two of its crew members, both of whom happened to be hispanic, enough to contact him about its fiery message. Though they could not give details due to their contractual agreements, the industry insiders were concerned that the film had gone too far, voicing their fears that it could cause a cultural backlash and do harm to the otherwise positive image of the hispanic community. Racial strife is often exacerbated unnecessarily by globalists forces who, though seeking to integrate North America regionally, divide & conquer the population by playing upon ethnic tensions. For a violent film to use such a backdrop to glorify and potentially incite violent attacks on white Americans over the immigration issue is very dangerous, and Alex urges the film's director to carefully consider the impact such an extreme statement could have. Though the movie screen is an escapist dimension … From: TheAlexJonesChannel Views: 192202 1600 ratings Time: 07:35 More in News & Politics
Procol Harum – A Whiter Shade Of Pale
Procol Harum – A Whiter Shade Of Pale British rock legends Procol Harum are captured here at their finest, in concert at London's Union Chapel. It was the last night of a tour that had taken them from London through Europe, Japan and North America and back again to London and the band celebrated with a truly magical performance of the rarely heard full version of the immortal A Whiter Shade Of Pale. This performance is taken from the full length concert DVD “Live at the Union Chapel”, available from Eagle Vision now. From: eaglerocktv Views: 1010985 1813 ratings Time: 07:02 More in Music
RIM’s BlackBerry Customers Suffer Email Delays (MalaysiaNews.net)
RIMM ) said Thursday its BlackBerry customers in North America “may be currently experiencing delays receiving email,” Dow Jones Newswires reported. However, the Canadian tech titan said phone s…
Kitty Daisy and Lewis play Proud Camden – Wednesday 2nd September 2009 – Altsounds.com
Altsounds.com Kitty Daisy and Lewis play Proud Camden – Wednesday 2nd September 2009 Altsounds.com Kitty Daisy & Lewis return to the UK triumphant, having wowed North America while supporting Coldplay on their 17-date Amphitheatre Tour, and back into our …