
Pompeii, the lost Roman city buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD, has long been a source of fascination to archaeologists. But its sister city Herculaneum, buried in the same eruption but to a much greater depth than Pompeii, reveals far more detail of how the Romans lived.
Directed by Richard Bedser, Herculaneum Uncovered leans on a strong ensemble — Ian Michie — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2006.
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National Geographic's riveting effort recounts all 12 crewed missions using only archival footage, photos and audio.
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