Tankafatra
Famadihana, or turning of the bones, involves bringing ancestors' bodies from family crypts to rewrap them in fresh shrouds in Madagascar.
Synopsis
Famadihana, or turning of the bones, involves bringing ancestors' bodies from family crypts to rewrap them in fresh shrouds in Madagascar.
Synopsis
In Madagascar, families participate in "Famadihana," a ritual known as the turning of the bones. They retrieve the remains of their ancestors from family crypts and rewrap them in fresh shrouds. This practice occurs every few years and is a significant event in many communities. The film captures the voices of the deceased, providing a unique perspective on the cultural importance of honoring ancestors. "Tankafatra" runs for 52 minutes and was released in 2005.
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