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For many centuries, Egypt's Nile River nurtured the crops of different cultures and transported people to various locations in northern Africa. This video examines the history surrounding the world's longest river and studies the role it played in the daily lives of those once ruled by the pharaohs. Featured footage also reveals how the Nile River Delta still affects those living in its midst today. Additional time is spent visiting several of the Mediterranean cities located near the northern mouth of the Nile. Viewers can also see ancient cultures brought back to when visiting several old tombs near the Nile.

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A breathtaking trip down Earth's longest river reveals its fabled past and complex, challenging present. Wild hippopotami, the mysteries of the deadly tsetse fly, the ancient Dinka and Shilluk African tribes and the Sudd- a swamp as large as England - are among the natural wonders encountered along the trek from Uganda to Khartoum to Egypt, before concluding at the manmade wonders of the Nile, the Jonglei Canal and the Aswan High Dam.

Board a traditional felucca sailboat and travel down the Nile from Aswan to Cairo, visiting spectacular ancient Egyptian tombs and temples on the way.

1960s Egyptian documentary showing scenes of local life along the banks of the River Nile, with narration by Salah Jahin

Sir Ranulph Fiennes is credited as being the World’s Greatest Living Explorer. Among his extraordinary achievements, he was the first to circumnavigate the world from pole to pole, crossed the Antarctic on foot, broke countless world records, and discovered a lost city in Arabia. He has travelled to the most dangerous places on Earth, lost half his fingers to frostbite, raised millions of pounds for charity and was nearly cast as James Bond. But who is the man who prefers to be known as just ‘Ran’?

Contrasts ancient and modern methods of irrigation along the Nile. Discusses the benefits of the dam at Aswan. Shows how the Nile brings fertility to Egypt and serves as a vital artery of transportation.

A hot-tempered father with a sordid past learns that his daughter has a rare illness and he doesn't have the resources to pay for treatment. He finds himself faced with a choice, return to life in the streets or continue on a path of faith.

A 17-year-old boy becomes friends with Billy Magic, the radio DJ he idolizes, and eventually slips into the payola and corruption of the entertainment world.

Royce Dudley's directing style in this film brings back the old campy style films of the past. He doesn't rely on special effects or flashbacks to move the film along. Elina Madison & Chris Blacksmith carry this movie all the way to the end. Chris brings unexpected comedy laughter to the screen. Elina with over 40 movies to her credit delivers a solid professional performance. Watch after credits!