Cave of Forgotten Dreams 3D *****

A cave in France contains quite beautiful human-made drawings of animals of the last ice age in Europe produced 30,000 years ago. 20,000 years ago a landslide buried the entrance to the cave. Rediscovered in the '90s, and carefully preserved from intruders, the cave has been studied and mapped by a select group of scientists. No cinematographer has been allowed inside until now, when Werner Herzog and his crew were permitted to film with their smallest equipment, for limited periods, the amazing drawings that adorn the recesses of the cave.

Surprisingly, the 3D effect adds immensely to the enjoyment and understanding of the drawings, as the natural forms of the rock are incorporated into the animals. Herzog interviews a variety of experts about the drawings, and the culture that emerges is fascinating. The art, the female carvings, the musical instruments found in such caves - and this is the oldest - indicate a difference from the Neanderthal sites which have been found. Even though the Neanderthals existed at the same time, no sign of drawing, sculpture, or music has been found there. This is perhaps the earliest evidence ever found of what makes us human.