Tighten the Drums: Self-Decoration Among the Enga (1983)
In the Western Highlands of Papua New Guinea, the Enga people have developed the art of body decoration as a visual language. Using earth paints, tree oils, bird plumes, human hair, and a variety of plants, the Enga turn the body into a medium for an expressive and dramatic symbolism. This film shows the diverse forms of body art in both daily life and ritual in Enga village society.
Director: Chris Owen
Runtime: 46 min
Release Date: January 1, 1983
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Chris Owen
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tighten the Drums: Self-Decoration Among the Enga about?
- In the Western Highlands of Papua New Guinea, the Enga people have developed the art of body decoration as a visual language. Using earth paints, tree oils, bird plumes, human hair, and a variety of plants, the Enga turn the body into a medium for an expressive and dramatic symbolism. This film shows the diverse forms of body art in both daily life and ritual in Enga village society.
- Who directed Tighten the Drums: Self-Decoration Among the Enga?
- Tighten the Drums: Self-Decoration Among the Enga was directed by Chris Owen.
- How long is Tighten the Drums: Self-Decoration Among the Enga?
- Tighten the Drums: Self-Decoration Among the Enga has a runtime of 46m (46 minutes).