The Island of Drums

Location:Samoa
Subject:Myths and legends
Length:27 minutes
Format:16mm
Hue:Color
Year Released:1982
Series:Storybook International
Director:
Producer:Journal Films
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Library Code:HSL
Description:In this folktale, filmed on location in Samoa, the son of a village chief angers the drum chief when he forgets to properly thank him for a drum he has chosen in order to call the Islanders to council. Consequently, the drum's voice is taken away and a different way must be found to call the men to council.
Record No:902
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