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Secrets of the Unknown: Curses

Secrets of the Unknown: Curses

NR 1987 · 26 min · Documentary

Curses examines historical hexes. Learn the fate of those who had contact with the Hope diamond after it was stolen from an idol in India. In ancient Egypt, people protected the deceased from thieves by placing curses on tombs. Discover the events and peculiar deaths which occurred following the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb. See how voodoo worshipers cast spells of harm.

Directed by Graeme Whifler · Written by Erik Nelson

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