IMAX: Investigations - Mysteries Of Egypt/ The First Emperor Of China/ Mystery Of The Maya (2000) Rating: Starring: Omar Sharif, Kate Maberly, Timothy Davies, Julian Curry Director: Barrie Howells, Tony Ianzelo, Bruce Neibaur, Roberto Rochin, Liu Hao Xue Category: Special Interest Studio: Slingshot/Lumivision Subtitles: English Length: 140 mins     Mysteries Of Egypt: Experience the magic and majesty of Egypt as never before. "Mysteries of Egypt," starring Omar Sharif and Kate Maberly, reveals the story of this remarkable civilization.Surrounding you with spectacular images of colossal monuments and breathtaking landscapes, the IMAX film technology transports you over pyramids nearly fifty stories tall, sweeps you through the rising mist of the Nile's turbulent falls and brings you to rest in burial chambers hidden deep below the scorching desert floor. Witness brilliant architects, massive work teams and gifted artisans as they create some of the world's greatest wonders.Join the first living souls in thousands of years to unlock the secrets of the Pharaoh's opulent tomb."Mysteries Of Egypt" will allow you a more intimate glimpse of Tutankhamun's dazzling treasures and priceless possessions than ever before. Mystery Of The Maya: Deep within the jungles of Mexico and Guatemala, and extending into the Yucatan Peninsula lie the fabled pyramids, temples and palaces of the Maya.While Europe still slumbered in the midst of the dark ages, these innovative people had charted the heavens, evolved the only true writing system native to the Americas and had made tremendous strides in the areas of mathematics and calendars.Without the advantage of metal tools, beasts of burden or even the wheel, they were able to construct vast cities with an amazing degree of architectural perfection and variety.Filmed on location at numerous sacred sites throughout Central America including the ruins at Palenque, Tikal, Tulum, Chichen Iza, Copan and Uxman, Mystery of the Maya explores the culture, science and history of this people. The First Emperor Of China: The First Emperor Of China chronicles the period of Qin Shihuang's rule.Much of the story has never been told before, and few Westerners are aware of his incredible achievements.From the grandiose inner sanctum of Emperor Qin's royal palace, to fierce battles with feudal kings, this historical drama re-creates the glory and the terror of the Qin Dynasty.The film includes the first documentary footage of Qin's life-sized terra cotta army, constructed almost 2,200 years ago for his tomb.The First Emperor offers viewers a unique opportunity to increase their understanding of the nature of ancient Chinese civilization and its extraordinary achievements.