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Mami Wata: The Ghost of the White Woman

Synopsis
A novice is initiated into the Mami Wata cult in Ewe, Togo. Several Mami Wata priests are following their tasks and the end of the year is celebrated. Some priests speak about their personal experiences.
Language
English
Country
Germany
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 46 min.
Year of production
1988
Availability
Sale; 1995 sale: DM150 (+p&p)
Subjects
Anthropology
Keywords
Mami Wata; religious belief and practice; Togo

Credits

Director
D Weise; T Wendl

Distributor

Name

Institut für den Wissenschaftlichen Film

Email
iwf-goe@iwf.de
Web
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Phone
00 49 551 5024 9
Fax
00 49 551 5024 400
Address
POB 2351
D-37013 Göttingen
Germany

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