Dinosaurs, Myths and Monsters
Examining how fossils may have inspired ancient myths.
Dinosaurs, Myths and Monsters is a 2011 BBC documentary film presented and written by Tom Holland. It explores how fossil discoveries may have shaped mythological creatures in various cultures, such as the thunderbird and the Cyclopes. The film was directed and produced by Jamie Muir and premiered on BBC Four on 14 September 2011.
Quick Facts
- Director
- Jamie Muir
- Writer
- Tom Holland
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Network
- BBC Four
- First aired
- 14 September 2011
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Reception
Jonathan Wright of The Guardian praised the programme as an insightful documentary that demonstrates the value of BBC Four. Rachel Cooke of the New Statesman gave a mixed review, finding the Native American segment fascinating but criticising the Greek mythology segment. She considered the film uneven, with too little interesting material stretched too far.
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