Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea
Synopsis
This short ethnographic film presents comparative scenes of children of the same age in Bali and New Guinea responding to maternal attention given to another child. Produced as part of Gregory Bateson and Margaret Mead’s Character Formation in Different Cultures series, the film documents culturally distinct approaches to sibling rivalry through observational sequences involving infant care, ritual ear-piercing, and experimental interaction with a doll.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory Bateson, Margaret Mead
- Original Title
- Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory Bateson, Margaret Mead
Department Leadership Roster
Gregory Bateson
Director
Margaret Mead
Director
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What is Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea about?
This short ethnographic film presents comparative scenes of children of the same age in Bali and New Guinea responding to maternal attention given to another child. Produced as part of Gregory Bateson and Margaret Mead’s Character Formation in Different Cultures series, the film documents culturally distinct approaches to sibling rivalry through observational sequences involving infant care, ritual ear-piercing, and experimental interaction with a doll.
Who directed Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea?
Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea was directed by Gregory Bateson, Margaret Mead.
Who stars in Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea?
The principal cast of Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea includes Not specified.
When was Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea released and how long is it?
Childhood Rivalry in Bali and New Guinea was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 17m.