Presents the way of life of the Hopi in Arizona’s Grand Canyon. Stresses the degree to which these people have adjusted themselves to a difficult environment, showing their irrigation systems and food crops. Describes the secret marriage ritual of the Hopi Indian from the initial baking of corn for bread making to the final wedding ceremony.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321398
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Indians of North America - Industries
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Hopi Indians
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Hopi Indians - Arizona
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indians of North America - Arizona - Reservations
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indians of North America - Rites and ceremonies
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indians of North America - Social life and customs
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)