The Trobriand Islanders of Papua New Guinea
The Trobriand Islands lie off the eastern tip of Papua New Guinea. The island society has a complex balance of male authority and female wealth. Magic spells and sorcery pervade everyday life. This programme focuses on two important events: the distribution of women's wealth after a death and the "month of play", a time of celebration following the yam harvest.
Director: David Wason
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Details
- Type
- Movie
- Status
- Released
- Release
- Jan 1, 1990
- Runtime
- 52m
- Genres
- Documentary
- Director
- David Wason