Malangan Labadama: A Tribute to Buk-Buk 1980 Directed by Chris Owen
For the people of Mandak region, New Ireland,the most dramatic and complex ceremonial events are those surrounding death. The creation and presentation of the Malangan Labadama with its carved figures, masked dancers and feasting is the final tribute by three brothers to a deceased clansman and former leader.
Country
Papua New Guinea
Production Country
Papua New Guinea
Gnere
Documentary
Production Company
Institute of Papua New Guinea Studios
Release Date 1 January 1980
58 mins
