The film shows the life of two children in Brunei at school, reading the Koran, working at the markets, fishing and attending a wedding procession, emphasising the Muslim observance of religious ceremonies. Brunei is one of the last remaining monarchies in the world. Suitable for upper primary level.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
015406
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Brunei
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Village communities
Documentary → Documentary films - New Zealand
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Islam
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Village communities
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)