Baruya Muka Archival
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.
- Overview
- Cast
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Baruya Muka Archival
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Feb 3, 1991
Runtime
13h 24m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
Baruya Muka Archival
Production Companies
Film Australia
Director
Ian Dunlop
Description
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.
