Handmade in the Pacific
How the native peoples of Australia, Rurutu, New Zealand and Hawaii create their traditional artifacts and what key roles they play in their cultures.
- 2018-2018
- 1 season
- Documentary
How the native peoples of Australia, Rurutu, New Zealand and Hawaii create their traditional artifacts and what key roles they play in their cultures.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2018
Episode 1
Yidaki
In Arnhem Land, Australia, the Gurruwiwi family of the Yolngu people is renown for their expertly made yidakis, a type of sacred instrument better known in pop culture by its informal name, the didgeridoo.
Episode 2
Taupoo
Meet Mama, one of the last traditional weavers from the island of Rurutu in French Polynesia who still make taupoos, a type of traditional ceremonial hats handwoven from dried pandanus tree leaves.
Episode 3
Pou
Episode 4