Episode of Series “Mountain peoples of Central Asia”.
Shows an ancient game, well-known in Asia, being played by Pushtu boys. Demonstrates the toughness of the young men and the value these tribal people place on physical superiority. Suitable for upper primary and lower and middle secondary levels.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
503767
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Asia - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Nomads
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Tribes
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Ethnology
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Physical fitness
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
MOV file ProRes4444; Digital Preservation Master - overscan
MOV file ProRes4444; Digital Preservation Master - presentation
MPEG-4 Digital File; ACMI Digital Access Copy - overscan
MPEG-4 Digital File; ACMI Digital Access Copy - presentation