Episode of Series “World cultures and youth”
Serama, a Balinese boy, has been learning the intricate, ancient art of the Balinese dance since he was seven. His teacher is his father, a master dancer. They practice for a dance that will be the father’s final performance, and mark his son as his replacement.
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Collection
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Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
013928
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Bali Island (Indonesia)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Bali Island (Indonesia) - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indonesia - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Rites and ceremonies
Documentary → Documentary films - Canada
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Culture - Social aspects
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Ethnology
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Music & Performing Arts → Dancing - Indonesia
Music & Performing Arts → Folk dancing
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)