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A film which shows some of the attractions of Singapore. In this eastern city, great variety and contrast is packed into a small space. Its mixed population of Chinese, Indians and Malay with their varied and colorful clothing shape its customs and make its life. The shops with their exotic goods, tropical trees in the streets and the night life make Singapore an attractive city for tourists.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
009844
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Culture diffusion
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Language and culture
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Singapore - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Singapore - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Documentary → Documentary films - Malaysia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Cultural relativism
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Culture diffusion
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Ethnology
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Language and culture
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)