A look at the diversity of customs, traditions and religions of Fiji. Some of them have remained virtually unchanged, like the Hindu religious ritual of fire walking, or the Kava Ceremony. Others have been adapted or modified by western influences such as the Polynesian wedding, or a Fijian funeral service. Narrated by Peter Gwynne.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
012348
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Developing countries
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Fiji
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Fiji - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Rites and ceremonies
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Cultural relativism
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Developing countries
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)