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The Minoans

The Minoans

Genre: Documentary
Year Released: 2004
Initial Release: October 23, 2004
Directors: Tim Kirby, Melanie Archer
Language: English
Art Director: Jan Walker
Cast: Bettany Hughes, Nicholas Farrell, Dion Pala, George Tsonev, Marianne Chandler
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