1,100 Filipino tribal natives were brought to the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair as part of a controversial "living exhibit" that displayed them alongside Western achievements.
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1,100 Filipino tribal natives were brought to the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair as part of a controversial "living exhibit" that displayed them alongside Western achievements.
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Marlon Fuentes narrates his thoughts on his Filipino heritage while reflecting on his grandfather's experience at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair. The Fair featured 1,100 Filipino tribal natives as part of an ethnological display. Fuentes mixes fictional elements with historical facts to create a personal narrative. He includes clips of children, symbolizing innocence before Western influence. The documentary runs for 56 minutes and raises issues related to cultural representation and identity.
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Why Watch
- See Marlon Fuentes' unique take on Filipino heritage.
- Find out about the St. Louis World's Fair's impact on culture.
- Meet the children who symbolize innocence before Western influence.
Did You Know
- Bontoc Eulogy was produced and directed by Marlon Fuentes in 1995.
- The film has a duration of 56 minutes.
- Marlon Fuentes has been featured in over 60 exhibitions in 20+ years.
- The film is considered a pioneering work in autoethnography.
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Who directed Bontoc Eulogy?
Bontoc Eulogy was directed by Marlon Fuentes.
What year was Bontoc Eulogy released?
Bontoc Eulogy was released in 1995.
What is the duration of Bontoc Eulogy?
Bontoc Eulogy has a duration of 56 minutes.
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