Shows how the younger generation on the island of Bali have overcome the traditional Balinese fear of the sea to excel in the sport of surfing. Also explains the Balinese attitude to religion and how it is absorbed into every facet of their lives, especially their art and dancing.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
014600
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Bali Island (Indonesia)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indonesia - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Religion
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religion
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Aquatic sports
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Surfing
Music & Performing Arts → Dancing - Indonesia
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)