On TV - Riddles of the Sphinx on PBS' NOVA

Accessed January 15, 2010 | Providence Pictures and NOVA/PBS | by Ben Sweeney | A special thanks goes to Ben Sweeney for sending me a direct link to the bonus videos of the upcoming television show entitled Riddles of the Sphinx, which will premier on NOVA/PBS Tuesday, January 19 (check your local listings - Chicagoans can view it at 8pm on WTTW-11). Here is a brief synopsis of the program:

For over 4,000 years, the Sphinx has puzzled all who have laid eyes on it. What is this crouching lion, human-headed creature? Who built it and why? To unlock its secrets, two teams of scientists and sculptors immerse themselves in the world of ancient Egypt — a land of pharaohs and pyramids, animal gods and mummies, sun worship and human sacrifice.

Free Film at the Oriental Institute: Egypt's Golden Empire, Part 2

Accessed June 12, 2009 | Oriental Institute

I believe this film showing is located in Breasted Hall, just opposite the Suk gift shop. It starts at 2 pm and ends at 4 pm. The duration of the film is 30-50 minutes, after which you can peruse the OI's exhibits. Registration is not required.