Indo-Pacific Studies Collection
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This eclectic film anthology illuminates the intricate mosaic of Southeast Asian and Pacific cultures. It spans from exposés on political turmoil to celebrations of artistic innovation. Documentaries unveil human rights challenges in West Papua and East Timor, while other works showcase the pulsating creative scenes of Indonesia. The collection is further enriched by educational features on major world religions, offering viewers a panoramic perspective on the region's cultural and spiritual landscape.
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A compelling set of five work-life stories, filmed in Tamil Nadu (Southern India) featuring a fascinating microcosm of local heritage filmed by award-winning director Brian McKenzie.
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While the Indonesian army continues to dominate the indigenous inhabitants of West Papua, three friends gather in Melbourne to record outlawed folk songs with renowned Australian rock musicologist David Bridie.
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The 10-member crew of Waitpinga sail north of Darwin in a homemade boat to meet the famous dancers of the Tiwi Islands en route to the Spice Islands. From the islands of Tanimbar, they sail to Aru, home of the legendary Birds of Paradise, and on to the Kei and...
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The dark and complex history of East Timor.
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Indonesian artists fight against a corrupt system.
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In this globalizing world, international conglomerates are seeking more and cheap labour every day, Bangladesh became the 2nd largest provider of world clothing, which is led by China.
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'Breaking the News' gets behind the scenes of news and current affairs reportage in Timor-Leste to challenge those who think a free press automatically comes with independence.
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Farmers struggle for compensation after an oil spill.
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The documentary tells the story of how the small New Zealand territory of Tokelau switched its power supply to 100% solar energy.
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An eco-thriller about saving Indonesia's forests.
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A group of passionate and adventurous young people leave their known worlds behind to spend 100 days in the jungles of Borneo.
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Discover the new power in the faces of the Pacific. Journey through nine island nations to trace a decade of struggle by the peoples of the South Pacific to declare their region nuclear-free.
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In 1973 Alister Barry joined the crew of a protest boat (The Fri) to Mururoa Atoll, where the French Government were testing nuclear weapons.
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An infamous and daring true tale of mutiny at sea.
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Tevya Heller begins his spiritual quest by investigating Hinduism, attending the Durga Puja festival, exploring Little India, and learning Kathak dancing with his guide Kritika.
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With the help of a Buddhist monk, Tevya Heller celebrates Buddha's birthday and gets in a food fight!
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Tevya Heller delves into Sikhism through a birthday celebration for Guru Nanak, Sikh prayer, and cooking for the masses.
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Islam has 1.6 billion followers around the world and Tevya Heller learns about Islam by visiting the Taric Islamic Centre, learning about the importance of cleansing oneself before prayer, Halal, the history of Muhammad, and the devotion required by Muslims.
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Pacific Studies,Asian Studies,Documentary,Cultural Studies,Human Rights,Social Justice,Religion,Music,Politics,Indigenous,Film,History,Activism,Identity Studies,Social Commentary