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Dance of the Severed Head
directed by Ajay Dubey, fl. 2009; presented by Karma Wangchuk; produced by Shubhra Ghosh, fl. 2013 (London, England: TVF International, 2015), 51 mins
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The spectacular 250 year old Gajon Folk Festival in Kurmun, India, culminates in a controversial dance with a decayed human head. For the first time ever, Karma Wangchuk, a filmmaker from Bhutan, has been granted access behind the scenes to find out more about this mysterious ritual. In honour of Lord Shiva, Gajon...
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directed by Ajay Dubey, fl. 2009; presented by Karma Wangchuk; produced by Shubhra Ghosh, fl. 2013 (London, England: TVF International, 2015), 51 mins
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The spectacular 250 year old Gajon Folk Festival in Kurmun, India, culminates in a controversial dance with a decayed human head. For the first time ever, Karma Wangchuk, a filmmaker from Bhutan, has been granted access behind the scenes to find out more about this mysterious ritual. In honour of Lord Shiva, Gajon Sanyasis, or local farmers turned monks, perform various tantric rituals which have been passed down over the generations, including t...
The spectacular 250 year old Gajon Folk Festival in Kurmun, India, culminates in a controversial dance with a decayed human head. For the first time ever, Karma Wangchuk, a filmmaker from Bhutan, has been granted access behind the scenes to find out more about this mysterious ritual. In honour of Lord Shiva, Gajon Sanyasis, or local farmers turned monks, perform various tantric rituals which have been passed down over the generations, including the dance of the severed head. Karma lives with the local villagers and gains the trust of the local priest to investigate the origins of the dance, and its significance to the people of Kurmun today. Can the festival continue in its current form any longer, or should the worshipping of the severed head be banned?
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Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Karma Wangchuk, Shubhra Ghosh, fl. 2013
Author / Creator
Ajay Dubey, fl. 2009, Karma Wangchuk
Date Published / Released
2015
Publisher
TVF International
Topic / Theme
Hindu
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Dubai. Drilling for Art
directed by Christian Schidlowski; produced by Volker Ulrich, fl. 1991, Kanguruh Film, ARTE and Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg (RBB) (London, England: TVF International, 2009), 52 mins
If your country has no cultural history, can you simply buy one? The ruling family of Dubai certainly thinks so – and has ordered everything under the sun to make the desert bloom. With exclusive access, Drilling For Art goes behind the scenes of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority which has launched an ambitio...
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directed by Christian Schidlowski; produced by Volker Ulrich, fl. 1991, Kanguruh Film, ARTE and Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg (RBB) (London, England: TVF International, 2009), 52 mins
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If your country has no cultural history, can you simply buy one? The ruling family of Dubai certainly thinks so – and has ordered everything under the sun to make the desert bloom. With exclusive access, Drilling For Art goes behind the scenes of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority which has launched an ambitious plan to create the entire culture of the state from scratch. It investigates Dubai’s brand-new opera houses, museums and art galle...
If your country has no cultural history, can you simply buy one? The ruling family of Dubai certainly thinks so – and has ordered everything under the sun to make the desert bloom. With exclusive access, Drilling For Art goes behind the scenes of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority which has launched an ambitious plan to create the entire culture of the state from scratch. It investigates Dubai’s brand-new opera houses, museums and art galleries, and talks to the consultants who are responsible for the flourishing of culture in the wealthiest 4,114 km² of sand in the world. Is this drive for culture purely a drive to become a major financial player in the fast growing global commodity that is art? And will the ripples of the economic downturn reach as far this oil-rich Emirate?
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Field of Study
Art & Architecture
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Volker Ulrich, fl. 1991, Kanguruh Film, ARTE, Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg (RBB)
Author / Creator
Christian Schidlowski
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
TVF International
Person Discussed
Philipp Maier, fl. 1985, Michael Schindhelm, 1960-, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, 1949-
Topic / Theme
General Context: Security Issues, Economic conditions, Economic development, Cultural goals, Anthropology, 21st Century in World History (2001– )
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Ingenious Africa, 1, The Spirit of Africa
directed by Robin Newell; produced by Robin Newell, in Ingenious Africa, 1 (London, England: TVF International, 2006), 24 mins
This ground-breaking series focuses on African innovation, addressing today’s and tomorrow’s problems with courage and imagination in equal measure. It is a fascinating look at how cutting-edge scientific technology from all over the world is being put to use to alleviate the problems faced by Africans today....
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directed by Robin Newell; produced by Robin Newell, in Ingenious Africa, 1 (London, England: TVF International, 2006), 24 mins
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This ground-breaking series focuses on African innovation, addressing today’s and tomorrow’s problems with courage and imagination in equal measure. It is a fascinating look at how cutting-edge scientific technology from all over the world is being put to use to alleviate the problems faced by Africans today.
The thirteen part series tells stories from all over Africa, and introduces the people who are doing great things – from fighting th...
This ground-breaking series focuses on African innovation, addressing today’s and tomorrow’s problems with courage and imagination in equal measure. It is a fascinating look at how cutting-edge scientific technology from all over the world is being put to use to alleviate the problems faced by Africans today.
The thirteen part series tells stories from all over Africa, and introduces the people who are doing great things – from fighting the escalating gun crime in South Africa to unearthing and diffusing land mines in Mozambique; from astronomy to medicine; and from large scale engineering infrastructure to homegrown solutions to local problems – creating a sustainable future for individuals, families, communities and nations.
Along the scientific journey through the continent we are also treated to the workings of the largest telescope in the Southern hemisphere, stunning footage from the biggest game park in Namibia and inside information on how African athletes maintain their peak performances and prowess.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Robin Newell, Sigrid Thornton
Author / Creator
Robin Newell
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
TVF International
Series
Ingenious Africa
Speaker / Narrator
Sigrid Thornton
Topic / Theme
Sciences, Science
Copyright Message
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Ingenious Africa, 12, Resourceful Africa
directed by Robin Newell; produced by Robin Newell, in Ingenious Africa, 12 (London, England: TVF International, 2006), 24 mins
This ground-breaking series focuses on African innovation, addressing today’s and tomorrow’s problems with courage and imagination in equal measure. It is a fascinating look at how cutting-edge scientific technology from all over the world is being put to use to alleviate the problems faced by Africans today....
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directed by Robin Newell; produced by Robin Newell, in Ingenious Africa, 12 (London, England: TVF International, 2006), 24 mins
Description
This ground-breaking series focuses on African innovation, addressing today’s and tomorrow’s problems with courage and imagination in equal measure. It is a fascinating look at how cutting-edge scientific technology from all over the world is being put to use to alleviate the problems faced by Africans today.
The thirteen part series tells stories from all over Africa, and introduces the people who are doing great things – from fighting th...
This ground-breaking series focuses on African innovation, addressing today’s and tomorrow’s problems with courage and imagination in equal measure. It is a fascinating look at how cutting-edge scientific technology from all over the world is being put to use to alleviate the problems faced by Africans today.
The thirteen part series tells stories from all over Africa, and introduces the people who are doing great things – from fighting the escalating gun crime in South Africa to unearthing and diffusing land mines in Mozambique; from astronomy to medicine; and from large scale engineering infrastructure to homegrown solutions to local problems – creating a sustainable future for individuals, families, communities and nations.
Along the scientific journey through the continent we are also treated to the workings of the largest telescope in the Southern hemisphere, stunning footage from the biggest game park in Namibia and inside information on how African athletes maintain their peak performances and prowess.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Robin Newell, Sigrid Thornton
Author / Creator
Robin Newell
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
TVF International
Series
Ingenious Africa
Speaker / Narrator
Sigrid Thornton
Topic / Theme
Natural resources, Chemistry, Industry, Science
Copyright Message
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The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 1, The Aromanians
directed by Peter Podjavorsek, fl. 2008; produced by Berlin Producers, in The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 1 (London, England: TVF International, 2012), 52 mins
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unpreced...
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directed by Peter Podjavorsek, fl. 2008; produced by Berlin Producers, in The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 1 (London, England: TVF International, 2012), 52 mins
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The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unprecedented access to hidden locales, fascinating cultures and people struggling to hold onto a traditional way of life. For the first time e...
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unprecedented access to hidden locales, fascinating cultures and people struggling to hold onto a traditional way of life. For the first time ever, audiences will be immersed in the everyday life of the Aromanians, Hutsuls, the Kashubians and the Chukchi, and gain understanding and insight into the shared memory that makes up the customs and tradition of a people. Many of these tribes are facing a real threat: the threat the ever rapidly developing and modern Europe poses to their way of life.The Last Tribes of Europe takes a closer look at how, within the ever globalizing ‘big society’ of Europe, smaller societies have to fight for survival.
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Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Berlin Producers
Author / Creator
Peter Podjavorsek, fl. 2008
Date Published / Released
2012
Publisher
TVF International
Series
The Last Tribes of Europe
Topic / Theme
General Context: Security Issues, Anthropology, Aromanian, 21st Century in World History (2001– )
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The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 2, The Hutsuls
directed by Elke Sasse, fl. 2001; produced by Berlin Producers, in The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 2 (London, England: TVF International, 2012), 52 mins
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unpreced...
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directed by Elke Sasse, fl. 2001; produced by Berlin Producers, in The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 2 (London, England: TVF International, 2012), 52 mins
Description
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unprecedented access to hidden locales, fascinating cultures and people struggling to hold onto a traditional way of life. For the first time e...
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unprecedented access to hidden locales, fascinating cultures and people struggling to hold onto a traditional way of life. For the first time ever, audiences will be immersed in the everyday life of the Aromanians, Hutsuls, the Kashubians and the Chukchi, and gain understanding and insight into the shared memory that makes up the customs and tradition of a people. Many of these tribes are facing a real threat: the threat the ever rapidly developing and modern Europe poses to their way of life.The Last Tribes of Europe takes a closer look at how, within the ever globalizing ‘big society’ of Europe, smaller societies have to fight for survival.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Berlin Producers
Author / Creator
Elke Sasse, fl. 2001
Date Published / Released
2012
Publisher
TVF International
Series
The Last Tribes of Europe
Topic / Theme
General Context: Security Issues, Anthropology, Hutsuls, 21st Century in World History (2001– )
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The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 3, The Kashubians
directed by Adama Ulrich, fl. 2000; produced by Berlin Producers, in The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 3 (London, England: TVF International, 2012), 52 mins
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unpreced...
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directed by Adama Ulrich, fl. 2000; produced by Berlin Producers, in The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 3 (London, England: TVF International, 2012), 52 mins
Description
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unprecedented access to hidden locales, fascinating cultures and people struggling to hold onto a traditional way of life. For the first time e...
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unprecedented access to hidden locales, fascinating cultures and people struggling to hold onto a traditional way of life. For the first time ever, audiences will be immersed in the everyday life of the Aromanians, Hutsuls, the Kashubians and the Chukchi, and gain understanding and insight into the shared memory that makes up the customs and tradition of a people. Many of these tribes are facing a real threat: the threat the ever rapidly developing and modern Europe poses to their way of life.The Last Tribes of Europe takes a closer look at how, within the ever globalizing ‘big society’ of Europe, smaller societies have to fight for survival.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Berlin Producers
Author / Creator
Adama Ulrich, fl. 2000
Date Published / Released
2012
Publisher
TVF International
Series
The Last Tribes of Europe
Topic / Theme
General Context: Security Issues, Anthropology, Kashubian, 21st Century in World History (2001– )
Copyright Message
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The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 4, The Evenki
directed by Kristian Kähler, 1965-; produced by Berlin Producers, in The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 4 (London, England: TVF International, 2013), 52 mins
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unpreced...
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directed by Kristian Kähler, 1965-; produced by Berlin Producers, in The Last Tribes of Europe, Episode 4 (London, England: TVF International, 2013), 52 mins
Description
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unprecedented access to hidden locales, fascinating cultures and people struggling to hold onto a traditional way of life. For the first time e...
The Last Tribes of Europe reveals the customs and languages of the Aromanians in Macedonia, the Carpathian Hutsuls, the Kashubians in Northern Poland and the Siberian Chukchi. This is a voyage of discovery into unfamiliar and colourful cultures wholly removed from the rest of modern Europe.The film boasts unprecedented access to hidden locales, fascinating cultures and people struggling to hold onto a traditional way of life. For the first time ever, audiences will be immersed in the everyday life of the Aromanians, Hutsuls, the Kashubians and the Chukchi, and gain understanding and insight into the shared memory that makes up the customs and tradition of a people. Many of these tribes are facing a real threat: the threat the ever rapidly developing and modern Europe poses to their way of life.The Last Tribes of Europe takes a closer look at how, within the ever globalizing ‘big society’ of Europe, smaller societies have to fight for survival.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Berlin Producers
Author / Creator
Kristian Kähler, 1965-
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
TVF International
Series
The Last Tribes of Europe
Topic / Theme
General Context: Security Issues, Anthropology, Evenki, 21st Century in World History (2001– )
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 TVF International
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