Sons of the Moon (1984)
In isolated mountain hamlets in Nigeria’s Jos Plateau the Ngas have traditionally observed the movements of the moon in the night sky. The moon is a key symbol in Ngas cosmology, believed to regulate the rhythm of all life. The film traces the moon’s influence on Ngas work and thought during a single growing season. The documentary tells the story form the point of view of a single traditional Ngas bard.
Director: Frank Speed, Deirdre LaPin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: January 1, 1984
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sons of the Moon about?
- In isolated mountain hamlets in Nigeria’s Jos Plateau the Ngas have traditionally observed the movements of the moon in the night sky. The moon is a key symbol in Ngas cosmology, believed to regulate the rhythm of all life. The film traces the moon’s influence on Ngas work and thought during a single growing season. The documentary tells the story form the point of view of a single traditional Ngas bard.
- Who directed Sons of the Moon?
- Sons of the Moon was directed by Frank Speed, Deirdre LaPin.
- How long is Sons of the Moon?
- Sons of the Moon has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
- What genre is Sons of the Moon?
- Sons of the Moon is a Documentary film.