| ID | 022398 |
| Call Number | 305.8/KON |
| Title Proper | Konyak of Nagaland: story of an ancient Indian tribe |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Malhotra, Anu |
| Publication | Mumbai, Shemaroo Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., 2010. |
| Description | 52 min. Purple spine |
| Note | The mysterious and beautiful northest hill region of India has been all but sealed off from the outside world. The State of Nagaland lies at the eastern extremity of the subcontinent. Anu offers an experiential insight into the customary way of life of the Konyak of Nagaland who were feared as headhunters not so long ago. This exceptional film presents images of possibly the last generation of actual headhunters. Anu documents the Konyak living tradition of vibrant festivals sacrifices feasting and the sacred institutions of kingship and tribal council. She gives an insight into the unique qualities of the Konyak culture like the tradition of headhunting and the cult of fertility. The highlight of the film is the Konyak annual spiring festival, Aoling, with all its energy and color. The Konyak actively re-enact their glory days with colorful rituals headhunting dances war chants, animal sacrifices and feasting which are deeply reminiscent of their rich and vibrant past. |
| Standard Number | 8904036852195 |
| Price. Qualification | Rs.299(1 DVD) |
| Classification Number | 305.8 |
| Key Words | Tribes - India ; Tribal art - India ; UOI - Tribes ; Konyak (Indic people) - India - Nāgāland - Social life and custom |