Bathing Babies in Three Cultures
Synopsis
This short ethnographic film presents a comparative study of infant bathing practices in three cultural settings: Bali, Iatmul communities along the Sepik River in New Guinea, and the United States. Through observational sequences, the film documents differing methods of mother–child interaction, caregiving routines, and degrees of maternal protection, situating everyday domestic practices within broader patterns of cultural socialization.
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 1954
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Margaret Mead, Gregory Bateson
- Original Title
- Bathing Babies in Three Cultures
- Country of Origin
- Indonesia, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Margaret Mead, Gregory Bateson
Department Leadership Roster
Margaret Mead
Director
Gregory Bateson
Director
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What is Bathing Babies in Three Cultures about?
This short ethnographic film presents a comparative study of infant bathing practices in three cultural settings: Bali, Iatmul communities along the Sepik River in New Guinea, and the United States. Through observational sequences, the film documents differing methods of mother–child interaction, caregiving routines, and degrees of maternal protection, situating everyday domestic practices within broader patterns of cultural socialization.
Who directed Bathing Babies in Three Cultures?
Bathing Babies in Three Cultures was directed by Margaret Mead, Gregory Bateson.
Who stars in Bathing Babies in Three Cultures?
The principal cast of Bathing Babies in Three Cultures includes Not specified.
When was Bathing Babies in Three Cultures released and how long is it?
Bathing Babies in Three Cultures was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 10m.