Travel Geek: Documentary Malaysia (Full HD)
Having spent 2013 filming in all parts of Malaysia, this documentary showcases
In this short film I discuss the mask collection that I have been putting together throughout my travels around the world. Most of the masks that I currently have, came from countries within Southeast Asia. However, a mask I bought in Hong Kong, was actually made and brought there for sale by a very nice lady from Kathmandu, Nepal. Hopefully I will continue to collect these masks as they do a great job of speaking to the history and culture from which they came. In a manner of speaking, they put a face to their cultural meaning.
caelyn starr 11 years ago
what is the mask from the Philippines originally used for?
cyleodonnell 11 years ago
The two people smoking were just decorative. But the largest one with the teeth and lion’s mane is used in ceremonial dances and rituals.
Thanks for the question!