Cave of Forgotten Dreams

Your Chapter 2 reading explored the concept of the word "art" and its invention. In particular, the chapter referenced Paleolithic cave paintings. To continue our exploration of this topic, click the "Reply" button directly underneath this post and complete ALL of the bulleted tasks listed below.
Watch the embedded video of scene excerpts from the film, Cave of Forgotten Dreams. This documentary goes inside one of the most famous sites of Paleolithic cave paintings. Remember, these paintings were made by people living tens of thousands of years before us. Take notes on any aspect of the film from the paintings themselves, to the calcification of the environment and the methods of exploration for the film crew that was surprising to you or raised questions for you.
Write a well-edited paragraph that describes at least one point of interest for you inside Chauvet Cave. Was anything aesthetically pleasing? Discomforting? Surprising? Refer to your notes here. Additionally, I would like you to include your theory for why these paintings were made. What do you believe their purpose to be?
Although not required for this post, you are encouraged to comment on each other's content and to ask each other questions. Try to expand your understanding of art through active conversation! Try to benefit from the diversity and knowledge of your classmates!
Video Link：https://youtu(dot)be/_xDcdVWnOiE