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The Trobriand Islanders of Papua New Guinea

1990 / 52 minutes

Directed by: David Wason

Anthropologist: Annette B. Weiner

Country of production: United Kingdom

Series: Disappearing World Series

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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

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