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Film · 1983 · 30m

The Water of Words: A Cultural Ecology of an Eastern Indonesian Island

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Synopsis

This film examines the ecology and poetry of everyday life. Two Rotinese narrate this film, each offering his perception of the importance of the Lontar (Borassus) palm: a clan leader describes the many practical uses of the palm; a poet tells of its origin and mythic significance. The film complements Fox’s book, The Harvest of the Palm, as well as his essays on ritual language.

Details

Director
Patsy Asch, Timothy Asch, James J. Fox
Release
January 1, 1983
Status
Released
Country
Australia
Runtime
30m

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