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Apocalypto (2006) – Maya Civilization Annihilated Twice - Historically and by Mel Gibson
Episode 8
Published 1 year, 7 months ago
Description
Mel Gibson's no stranger to historical inaccuracy but did he go too far in his depiction of the Maya in his brilliant, visceral jungle chase movie Apocalypto?
We discuss the history behind this blockbuster, plus: is this the best loincloth movie of all time? Mel's subtle Midnight Cowboy reference and which exotic jungle death would Bryce prefer?
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