Demonstrates one of the classical dance forms of South India, Bharata Natyam with dances performed by Kumari Kamala. A fascinating account of how body gestures of this South Indian dance is virtually a language for each expression and facet of human emotion.
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ACMI Identifier
312282
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → India - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → India, South
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Women - India
Crafts & Visual Arts → Movement, Aesthetics of
Documentary → Documentary films - India
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Women - India
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Women - India
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Movement, Aesthetics of
Music & Performing Arts → Dance - India
Music & Performing Arts → Dancers
Music & Performing Arts → Dancing - India
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)