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Spite: An African Prophet-Healer
| Length: | 54 min |
| Released: | 1985 |
| Ages: |
College Adult |
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People from all over the Ivory Coast seek out prophet-healers for treatment of their medical and emotional problems. Some of these ailments may be caused by the stress of cultural change. Often Western medicine cannot cure them.
This stunningly photographed film focuses on Sebim Odjo, who draws upon Muslim, Christian, and traditional African beliefs in his healing ceremonies. He moderates disputes, tracks down the source of illness, and uses his powers to heal. We see a water cure used on a patient ill with spite.
This stunningly photographed film focuses on Sebim Odjo, who draws upon Muslim, Christian, and traditional African beliefs in his healing ceremonies. He moderates disputes, tracks down the source of illness, and uses his powers to heal. We see a water cure used on a patient ill with spite.
"Rates high for classroom use in courses in the history of anthropology and medical anthropology." - American Anthropologist
Margaret Mead Film Festival, 1984
• Africa
• Anthropology
