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1990 / 52 minutes

Directed by
David Wason
Anthropologist
Country of production
United Kingdom
Series
Disappearing World Series

The Trobriand Islands lie off the eastern tip of Papua New Guinea. The island society has a complex balance of male authority and female wealth. Magic spells and sorcery pervade everyday life. This programme focuses on two important events: the distribution of women’s wealth after a death and the "month of play", a time of celebration following the yam harvest.

Language and subtitles
English with English Subtitles
Region
Melanesia
Country
Papua New Guinea
Keywords
Gender Role and Identity Festivals / Carnival Ritual