Giant People: The Watussi of Africa / Erpi
- Date
1939
- Main contributors
Encyclopaedia Britannica Films; George Herzog
- Summary
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Reveals the activities, customs, and traditions of the Watussi, an African people characterized by their advanced culture. Shows the ruling prince and royal family and activities in the royal household, including weaving, decorating, cooking, and churning. Portrays the prince as he inspects his cattle and leads a hunt, and depicts his young son presiding over a ceremonial dance.
- Publishers
Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, inc.; Indiana University. Audio-Visual Center
- Genres
Educational; Ethnographic
- Subjects
Human geography; Africa List; Anthropology List; Tutsi (African people); Ethnology--Rwanda; Manners and customs
- Location
Africa
- Collection
Encyclopaedia Britannica Educational Corporation
- Unit
IUL Moving Image Archive
- Language
English
- Rights Statement
- No Copyright - United States
- Physical Description
1 film reel (11 min.) sound,black and white/monochrome; 16 mm
- Notes
Local Note
Gift to the IUB Libraries from Instructional Support Services.
Statement of Responsibility
Erpi
- Other Identifiers
Catalog Key: 7823660; Other: GR00411636; MDPI Barcode: 40000003240928
Access Restrictions
This item is accessible by: the public.