Friends in High Places

In Myanmar (formerly known as Burma), the cult of nat spirit worship has survived both the triumph of a devastating military dictatorship and the widespread adoption of Buddhism. At the center of the cult are the spirit mediums, often homosexual men, who communicate with the nats and take on their flamboyant characteristics in ecstatic rituals. Guided by two lively 70-year olds, director Lindsey Merrison explores the role of the spirit mediums in Burmese society in this fascinating documentary.

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Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
83 mins
Status
Finished
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Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
83 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Oct 9, 2001
Season
2001
Average Score
80%
Mean Score
80%
Ratings
1
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1
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Genres
Documentary
Country
DE

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In Myanmar (formerly known as Burma), the cult of nat spirit worship has survived both the triumph of a devastating military dictatorship and the widespread adoption of Buddhism. At the center of the cult are the spirit mediums, often homosexual men, who communicate with the nats and take on their flamboyant characteristics in ecstatic rituals. Guided by two lively 70-year olds, director Lindsey Merrison explores the role of the spirit mediums in Burmese society in this fascinating documentary.

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Japanese

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