Mystery of the Hope Diamond

November. 21,2010      
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Unlock the secrets of the most celebrated and prized gem in the world. Learn why the Hope Diamond has inspired superstition and passion since its discovery centuries ago, and see how its unique qualities and mythic past have categorized the jewel as both a scientific marvel and a historical enigma.

Kim Basinger as  Narrator
Lucy Worsley as  

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Reviews

Alicia
2010/11/21

I love this movie so much

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Fluentiama
2010/11/22

Perfect cast and a good story

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Ginger
2010/11/23

Very good movie overall, highly recommended. Most of the negative reviews don't have any merit and are all pollitically based. Give this movie a chance at least, and it might give you a different perspective.

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Janis
2010/11/24

One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.

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