Movie Details
Theatrical Release:January 1st, 2004
Original Language:English
Production Companies:Sublime Frequencies
Nat Pwe Burmas Carnival of Spirit Soul on the Web:Official Website
Nat Pwe Burmas Carnival of Spirit Soul (2004)
In Burma many people believe in ghost spirits called NATs They are said to possess the power to assist or devastate the lives of those who recognize them A PWE is a ceremony held to appease a Nat Pwes are arranged daily throughout Burma for many purposes including the achievement of success in business a happy marriage or improving ones health A Nat is summoned through a Kadaw the flamboyant and charismatic master of the Pwe dressed in elegant costume The Kadaw is a spirit medium dancer storyteller and magician who exposes the crowd to a living incarnation of the Nat brought forth through opening ritual and careful observance of tradition
DirectorRichard Bishop