Ramsès le Grand

Naissance d'une dynastie

The life of Ramses II - also known as Ramses the Great - who was a pharaoh of Egypt during the New Kingdom, a period of great prosperity for the country. He was a powerful ruler who expanded Egypt's borders, built monuments, and signed the first international peace treaty during his reign from 1279 to 1212BC.

Enfance pharaonique

The childhood years of Egyptian pharaoh Ramses the Great. It was largely spent in Luxor, where he was educated and prepared to become the heir to the throne.

Débuts d'un grand règne

The secrets and lies of mighty pharaoh Ramses II, who ruled Egypt from 1279 to 1213BC - one of the longest reigns in pharaonic history. He was a cultural innovator, diplomat and self-promoter. He built monuments all over Egypt and as this documentary reveals became a caricature of his own propaganda for thousands of years.

Le Pharaon stratège

After five years' reign, Ramses II - also known as Ramses the Great - had already earned the distinction of being the most feared and respected among the martial pharaohs. He personally led his army with the aim of re-conquering the kingdoms of the Levant.

Un règne sans fin

Le Treizième Fils