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This cinematic video explores the grim reality of ancient Egyptian burial customs. It begins with a depiction of a man collapsing in the desert, followed by scenes of mourners and soldiers. The narrative culminates in a stunning, sunlit view of a pharaoh's tomb, revealing a golden sarcophagus surrounded by other burial chambers. The accompanying text reveals that servants were buried alive with their rulers to 'accompany them to the afterlife,' a practice that ensured the deceased were served even after death.

This cinematic video brings a biblical narrative to life through stunning visuals and dramatic storytelling. It follows a man and woman in ancient attire as they walk through a sun-drenched desert town, culminating in a powerful scene where they kneel before a towering statue of a horned deity. The story, narrated by Lexlugard, explores themes of faith, divine commandments, and the worship of other gods, creating a visually rich experience that captures the essence of ancient religious traditions.

This visually stunning video takes you on a journey through ancient Egyptian beauty secrets. It begins with a woman in elaborate historical attire walking into a sunlit room where another woman prepares a vibrant red substance in a stone mortar. The scene transitions to a close-up of the finished product—a modern lipstick—held in a hand. The video then reveals the historical inspiration behind the iconic look, showing Cleopatra herself wearing the bold red lipstick, which was traditionally made from crushed beetles and beeswax. This cinematic piece, created by Lexlugard, beautifully connects ancient history with modern aesthetics.

A regal queen approaches an ornate golden door, followed by a king in ceremonial robes walking through a grand hall lined with attendants. The scene depicts a majestic royal procession, suggesting themes of power, tradition, and historical pageantry.

This visually rich historical reenactment explores ancient contraceptive practices used by Egyptians. It begins with a woman gathering natural materials from a riverbank, then shows her preparing a mixture indoors. The scene transitions to a man and woman discussing linen-based contraception, followed by an elderly scribe writing on papyrus, illustrating the documentation of these time-honored methods.

A woman in ancient Egypt performs a traditional pregnancy test using barley and wheat. She pours water into two bags of seeds, believing that whichever sprouts first indicates the gender of her unborn child. This historical reenactment showcases a fascinating cultural practice.

This animated short film presents a darkly humorous origin story for why witches fly on broomsticks. Set in a spooky graveyard, it follows a witch concocting a potion from grave dirt and poisonous plants. When she applies the ointment to her skin, she experiences hallucinations of flight, which become the myth we know today. Created by Alexander Lugard Osagie.

This video explores the fascinating history behind Cleopatra's iconic red lipstick. It begins with a CGI recreation of Cleopatra in her palace, then reveals that her legendary color was made from crushed beetles mixed with ant eggs and beeswax. The video concludes by showing a modern red lipstick, suggesting that beetle-based ingredients are still used in some cosmetics today.

This video explores a traditional practice of the Himba people. A male member of the tribe, adorned in traditional body paint and shell jewelry, leads a guest into a thatched-roof hut. Text overlays explain that this act symbolizes ultimate hospitality within the tribe. The scene concludes with the man shaking hands with the guest, reinforcing the theme of welcome and tradition.

An animated story about a young woman who accidentally uses Gorilla Glue as hairspray, leading to a week-long struggle before she finally goes to the emergency room for surgery to remove it. This dramatic tale of a common household mistake unfolds with humor and suspense.

This cinematic animation explores the ancient Egyptian practice of burying pharaohs with their servants. It depicts scenes of a pharaoh's death, the burial process, and the final resting place within a tomb filled with mummies, illustrating the belief in an afterlife where these servants would continue to serve.