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ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 92 (IMDb 9.2).
The Silk Road
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An , documentary series: , but never a tearjerker, .
Good for date night · family movie night · friends night
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The Silk Road is a documentary television series produced by the Japan Broadcasting Corporation (NHK) that was first broadcast during the 1980s. The travelogue traced the ancient Silk Road from Chang'an (modern day Xi'an) to Rome covering the history, archaeology, culture, religion, and art of countries along the route.
Grand Historical DocumentaryVisual TravelogueCultural ArchaeologyMeditative PacingEducational MasterpieceSweeping CinematographyAncient CivilizationsSpiritual HeritageNostalgic Production Value
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Is The Silk Road okay for kids?
Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.
How long does it take to watch The Silk Road?
29 h
About 29 hours: 35 episodes in 3 seasons of about 50 minutes each, aired from 1980 to 2007.
Will I feel good after watching The Silk Road?
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Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for wholesome and 7 for hopefulness.
Is The Silk Road plot-driven or character-driven?
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Mostly plot-driven: spectacle (7 of 10) and intrigue (6 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.