Production Information
Quick Facts
| Release Date | April 10, 1989 |
| Status | Released |
| Language | EN |
Prophet Healers of Northern Malawi
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Overview
This ethnographic documentary explores spirit possession in the healing complex of the Tumbuka speaking peoples of northern Malawi. The program focuses on healers called nchimi who employ elements of Christianity and traditional spirit beliefs in the medical practice creating a syncretic form of religious healing. Music and dance are featured in footage of divination trances.
Status: Released
Language: EN