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Eunuchs: India's Third Gender
written by Michael Yorke, fl. 1976-2005; directed by Michael Yorke, fl. 1976-2005 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1991), 49 mins
This extraordinary film explores the twilight world of India's eunuchs who both exploit and bewail their ill-defined status within society. The eunuchs introduce a special world, where for them divinity and daily life alternate in the flash of an exquisitely made-up eye. A 3,600-strong ancient sect who claim to be...
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written by Michael Yorke, fl. 1976-2005; directed by Michael Yorke, fl. 1976-2005 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1991), 49 mins
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This extraordinary film explores the twilight world of India's eunuchs who both exploit and bewail their ill-defined status within society. The eunuchs introduce a special world, where for them divinity and daily life alternate in the flash of an exquisitely made-up eye. A 3,600-strong ancient sect who claim to be descended from the gods live in relative luxury. Other Indian men explain why they too underwent painful castration.
Field of Study
LGBT Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Michael Yorke, fl. 1976-2005, Kiran, Aruna Har Prasad, fl. 1991
Author / Creator
Michael Yorke, fl. 1976-2005
Date Published / Released
1991
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Speaker / Narrator
Aruna Har Prasad, fl. 1991
Topic / Theme
Indian, Indian people, Local populations, Cultural identity, Sexuality, Gender roles, Gender status, Marriage, Societal structure, Religious beliefs, Prostitution, Romantic relationships, Gender, Ethnography, Gay & Lesbian Studies, Indians (Asian), Marubo, Matis
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1991 BBC Worldwide
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Odô Yá!: Life with AIDS
written by Tania Cypriano; directed by Tania Cypriano; produced by Tania Cypriano (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 1999), 59 mins
This is the affirming story of how Candomble, a Brazilian religion of African origin, has become a source of strength and power for a group of AIDS sufferers. Shot in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Bahia, it shows the rituals of Candomble and the celebration of Carnival. It features the personal struggles and words...
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written by Tania Cypriano; directed by Tania Cypriano; produced by Tania Cypriano (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 1999), 59 mins
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This is the affirming story of how Candomble, a Brazilian religion of African origin, has become a source of strength and power for a group of AIDS sufferers. Shot in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Bahia, it shows the rituals of Candomble and the celebration of Carnival. It features the personal struggles and words of wisdom from those whose faith have brought endurance and pride. Rather than denying the sexuality of this African-descendant popula...
This is the affirming story of how Candomble, a Brazilian religion of African origin, has become a source of strength and power for a group of AIDS sufferers. Shot in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Bahia, it shows the rituals of Candomble and the celebration of Carnival. It features the personal struggles and words of wisdom from those whose faith have brought endurance and pride. Rather than denying the sexuality of this African-descendant population, innovative education programs have been developed for its followers. Where other religions preach abstinence, Candomble advocates the use of condoms so that sexuality need not be repressed. This beautifully shot documentary puts the epidemic in a cultural context, showing how this joyful religion helps its followers cope with the illness. An important film for classes in medical anthropology, folklore and religion, and Latin American culture. College Adult
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Field of Study
LGBT Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Tania Cypriano, Jose Marmo da Silva, fl. 1999, Joaquim Motta, fl. 1999, Judith King, fl. 1999
Author / Creator
Tania Cypriano
Date Published / Released
1999
Publisher
Filmakers Library
Speaker / Narrator
Judith King, fl. 1999
Topic / Theme
African Brazilian, Health care issues, Religious beliefs, Religious faiths, AIDS, Candomblé, Ethnography, Gay & Lesbian Studies, Africans, Brazilians
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1999. Used by permission of Filmakers Library. All rights reserved.
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