Series Indonesia Series, ANU, DVD 2
Director E. Douglas Lewis, Patsy Asch, Timothy Asch
Country/Production Australia
Release 1992
Length 45 mins
Format Colour / DVD / PAL / All region
Location Indonesia, Wai Brama, Flores / Asia
University Australian National University
Comments See Lewis’ book, People of the Source. The Social and Ceremonial Order of Tana Wai Brama on Flores
Order No RAI-200.238A
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This film is a record of the gren mahe rituals of the people of the domain of Wai Brama. The gren mahe is the largest religious event of the Wai Brama ceremonial system and requires the participation of the whole community. The film examines ceremonial leadership and the role of evolving religious practice in a changing society.
