Episode of Series “Asian insight”.
A look at the historical and cultural background of Thailand - this film attempts to address racist preconceptions about Thai people and their beliefs and rituals. Concentrates on two elements that affect all Thais: Buddhism and the role of the monarchy. It points out how the Monks appear to be losing their leadership roles as Thai society becomes more urbanised and how the Government is attempting to inform the Monks about social change so they don’t lose their place in society. Includes one or two scenes of violence (burning bodies, slaughter etc.) from newsreels. Presented by John Temple.
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ACMI Identifier
504704
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Religion and culture
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Rites and ceremonies
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Thailand - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Urbanization
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Urbanization
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Buddhist monks
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Cultural relativism
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Culture conflict
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Racism
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religion and culture
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religion and state
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Social change
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Thailand - Politics and government
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Thailand - Social conditions
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Urbanization
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Television → Television series
Television → Television series → Television series - Australia
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)