2012: THE BEGINNING examines what the ancient Maya texts really say about the much-storied date of December 21, 2012. The six-country exploration is guided by noted archaeologists, Mayanist scholars, shamans, and the Maya of today, who shed light on a date that has long been shrouded in mystery and intrigue.

The film was presented by dozens of governments and by leading institutions including the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, the Smithsonian Institution of the American Indian, NASA, the British Museum, UNESCO, and many others. It won the distinction of being the most-watched of more than 1,500 programs at MIPDOC. 2012: THE BEGINNING went on to air on 29 television networks in Europe, Asia, and South America. It was an official selection at more than 80 film festivals, and had theatrical release in seven countries.

Producer and Director: Shannon Kring Buset (Wildheart Vision)