In Search of History: The Aztec Empire

In Search of History: The Aztec Empire presents a comprehensive profile of the ancient American people known as the Aztecs, from their beginnings as a group of around 1,000 people to their ascension as the dominant culture of Mexico, and their downfall shortly after encountering Hernando Cortés in the first quarter of the 16th century.

The documentary explores the fact that while the Aztecs were fearless warriors, infamous for their ritual practice of human sacrifice, they were also highly accomplished in the fields of commerce, construction and farming. It showcases the great temple located within the Aztec capital city of Tenochtitlan, where excavations continue to uncover new details about the culture and the possible reasons behind its beliefs and practices. The film provides a glimpse into the spectacular history of a civilisation that came to dominate Mexico in just 400 years and continues to exert influence today.