Film
The Masked Monkeys
2016 · 30m
- IMDb
- 7.8
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Overview
The masked arts of Indonesia are thousands of years old. They are commonly referred to as wayang topeng (wayang: shadow or puppet; topeng: mask). It is believed that wayang topeng originated from tribal death rites, where masked dancers were considered the interpreters of the gods. In the lowest rungs of Javanese society a unique manifestation of these masked traditions can be found. Its practitioners are performers, but they are not merely entertainers. Their aim is not simply to amuse. Their ambition is to be respected, to be honoured, to be successful. They have embarked on a path they know will lead to a higher state, to an honourable and noble position.
Crew
- Anja DorniedenDirector
- Juan David González MonroyDirector
Details
- Release date
- April 6, 2016
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
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