Movie: The Minoans

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Bettany Hughes
Bettany Hughes

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Melanie Archer
Melanie Archer

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Tim Kirby
Tim Kirby

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Nicholas Farrell
Nicholas Farrell

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George Tsonev
George Tsonev

Theseus

Dion Pala
Dion Pala

The Minotaur

Marianne Chandler
Marianne Chandler

Snake Goddess

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    Best known for the myth of the Minotaur, Crete gave birth to Europe's first civilization. Yet little is known about those who inhabited the island. But now, with fresh archeological evidence, light is finally being shed on this ancient culture.

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    2004-10-23

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