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Tombstone Unveiling

Synopsis

An observational documentary about the Torres Strait tradition of unveiling the tombstone of the deceased a year after death.

Tombstone Unveiling is part of the Nganampa Anwernekenhe series produced by Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association (CAAMA) Productions. Nganampa Anwernekenhe means 'ours’ in the Pitjantjatjara and Arrernte lanuages, and the series aims to contribute to the preservation of Indigenous languages and cultures.

Details

Cast
Helen Anu
Rating
G - general

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Korff, J 2018, Tombstone Unveiling, <https://www.creativespirits.info/resources/movies/tombstone-unveiling>, retrieved 10 December 2024

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