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In the Play of Life: a wayang performance in East Java

1992 / 25 minutes

Directed by: Patsy Asch

Anthropologist: Raharjo Suwandi James J. Fox

Country of production: Australia

Series: ANU, Indonesia Series

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These companion films examine the philosophy and ritual practices of the followers of a holy man popularly known as Embah Wali. The movement, centred in Blitar, East Java, regards wayang as a model for living. Their ritual practices involve the performance of a unique form of wayang with human actors.

Language and subtitles: English and Indonesian with Engsish Subtitles

Region: South-East Asia

Country: Indonesia

Keywords: Ritual Religion / Belief / Faith Dance / Theatre / Performance

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