CinemaOSMovie · 1991 · 13h 24m

Baruya Muka Archival

Documentary

A detailed record of the first stage male initiation ceremony of the Baruya of the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. A group of nine to 12 year old boys are followed through their first initiation - from the last days with their families through their nose-piercing and other rituals and ordeals to the final feast given in their honour. It is a tough time, the beginning of a ten-year journey to warrior and manhood.

Directed byIan Dunlop

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Status
Released
Runtime
13h 24m
Language
EN
Released
February 3, 1991
Studios
Film Australia

Featuring

Cast & crew

3 credited
Starring

Maurice Godelier

Self

Richard Lloyd

Self

Chuwanandaye

Self

Creative team
Directed by
Ian Dunlop
Produced by
Ian Dunlop

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