Baruya Muka Archival
Movie - 804mins
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.
Cast:
Maurice
Godelier
Richard
Lloyd
Chuwanandaye
Maurice
Godelier
Richard
Lloyd
Chuwanandaye
Maurice
Godelier
Richard
Lloyd
Chuwanandaye
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