Baruya Muka Archival poster

Baruya Muka Archival

1991 • 13h24m Documentary

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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.

Details

Director

Ian Dunlop

Cast

Maurice Godelier

Richard Lloyd

Chuwanandaye

Release date

2/3/1991

Status

Released

Origin country

US

AU