Episode of Series “The Human face of the Pacific”.
This series looks at the Pacific islands, the traditions associated with them and issues that pose problems to them. This particular film examines the different aspects of life in Fiji. It notes the opinions of a patriarch of the hard-working Indian population and explores the co-existence of Hindus and Moslems who own less than a fifth of the land. Camera by Dennis O’Rourke and Joe Pickering.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
016365
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Fiji
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Fiji - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Fiji - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Pacific Area
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Religion and culture
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religion and culture
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religions
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)