CIRUM: documentary films explore religion and customary practices of ethnic minorities

 

Ethnic customs and traditions are unique to people and entrenched in their belief systems that are connected to the land and nature. This series of documentary films, developed by Culture Identity and Resources Use Management (CIRUM), explore religion and customary practices through storytelling engage indigenous people and ethnic minorities to share their stories.   

 

Red Dao people and worshiping of herbal spirits and ancestor healers in Sai Duan Village, Phin Ngan Commune, Bat Xat District, Lao Cai Province

H’Mong people and worshiping of forest deities in Sin Chéng Commune, Simacai District, Lao Cai Province 

 Tay people and worshiping of forest deities in Khe Vap village, Bac Lang commune, Dinh Lap district, Lang Son Province