One of a trilogy, this films deals with the poetic and image content of the songs of the Trobriand people. With the use of narration and English subtitles, the traditional songs and dances, which comment on everyday situations of village life, garden magic, love, anecdotes, sea-faring, mourning and spiritual beliefs are explained. Instruments, native to the Trobriand Islanders, are highlighted. Narrated by Roger Hauofa.
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In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
015619
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Anthropology
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Papua New Guinea - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Trobriand Islands - Social life and customs
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Music & Performing Arts → Music - Papua New Guinea
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)