Dhaminis of Jumla: Spirit Possession in Western Nepal Movie Review 2001

Information and Film Reviews for Dhaminis of Jumla: Spirit Possession in Western Nepal the Movie

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Follows two women, known as "dhaminis" whose spirit possession makes them centerpieces of religious life in their community. Explores the ritual practices and social importance they bring to the village of Jumla in western Nepal.

Distribution

University of California Extension Ctr. for Media & Independent Learning, 2000 Center St., 4th Fl., Berkeley, CA 94704, Phone: (510)642-0460, Fax: (510)643-9271, Email: mediaservices@ucxonline.berkeley.edu

Available on VHS
Running time 35 minutes.

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Genres
Asia, Religion, Anthropology

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