Finding Atlantis
Finding Atlantis investigates the enduring mystery of the legendary lost city, often considered a myth. It follows a team of scientists from Spain, the United States, and Canada who utilize advanced technologies such as satellite photography, ground-penetrating radar, and underwater archaeology to locate this ancient civilization.
The film presents the hypothesis that Atlantis, as described by Plato in his dialogues, may have been situated in Spain’s Doñana National Park, near Cadiz. According to Plato’s account, this advanced society was destroyed by a catastrophic tsunami around 9,000 BC. The documentary highlights the scientific methodologies employed in the search, including digital mapping and historical research, to validate this theory.
Professor Richard Freund from Hartford University leads the investigation, articulating how the team interprets Plato’s writings as a potential roadmap to uncovering Atlantis’s location. The documentary showcases the ongoing surveys of marshlands in southern Spain, where researchers are seeking physical evidence of this fabled city.
In addition to the scientific inquiry, the film addresses broader themes related to human civilization and its relationship with natural disasters. By reconstructing possible scenarios of Atlantis’s existence and demise, Finding Atlantis contributes to the dialogue about historical myths and their roots in real events. The quest for Atlantis serves not only as an archaeological endeavor but also as a reflection on humanity’s past and its enduring fascination with lost worlds.