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MALANGAN LABADAMA
Year: 1982
Classification: G
Runtime: 58 min
Produced In: Papua New Guinea
Directed By: Chris Owen
Produced By: Chris Owen
The story of three brothers and their tribute to deceased clansman, Buk-Buk. Their preparations, and the performances of the 'malangan' is vividly portrayed in this superbly photographed film.
For the people of the Mandak region of New Ireland, the most dramatic and complex ceremonial events in their community are those surrounding death.
The creation and presentation of the 'malangan labadama', with its carved figures, masked dancers, and feasting, is the final tribute by three brothers of Panatgin village to their deceased clansman, Buk-Buk, a renowned leader from their area.
Filmmaker - Chris Owen
Editor - Chris Owen
Post-Production Assistant - Les McLaren
Sound recordist - Steve McMillan
Anthropological Consultant - Elizabeth Brouwer
Production Assistants - Eliachim Kaparau, Anton Kaparau, Vincent Malaibe
Special thanks to the people of Panatgin and surrounding villages.
Produced by the Institute of Papua New Guinea Studies