Location: | Western Highlands Province, Papua New Guinea |
Subject: | Ritual; Bridepirce; Feast; Dance |
Length: | 72 minutes |
Format: | DVD; 1/2 inch VHS |
Hue: | Color |
Year Released: | 1999 |
Series: | |
Director: | Chris Owen |
Producer: | Chris Owen |
Distributor: | Ronin Films |
Library Code: | NFVLS |
Description: | This film documents the elaborate attempt of Ru Kundil, a "Big Man" among the Kawelka people, to engage men's support for a marriage with the Spirit Goddess, Amb Kor. The success of this complex and expensive cult's efforts secures Ru's position as leader. The film climaxes with a ceremonial dance, and the distribution of sacred pork to the amassed crowd. English subtitles. |
Record No: | 242 |
Resources: | Distributors's List |
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