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The Shaman's Apprentice
Scientist Mark Plotkin races against time to save the ancient healing knowledge of Indian tribes from extinction.
Bruno Manser - Laki Penan
The documentary retraces the steps of Bruno Manser, a man from Switzerland who went to live with the indigenous tribe of the Penan in the Jungle of Borneo and endef up helping their struggle to defend their rainforest against greedy logging companies. The movie features original film, photo and voice recordings by Bruno Manser made in the 1980s, as well as new recordings showing how the life of the Penan has changed in just a few decades.
Top Billed Cast
Bruno Manser Himself
Asit Nyelit Himself
Sigang Himself
Pajak Himself
Selai Segak Himself
Selai Segak Himself
Toi Laso Himself
Along Sega Himself
Along Sega Himself
Awing Tebai Awing Tebai Himself
Awing Tebai Himself
Maleng Himself
Nari Kato Himself
James Ritchie Himself
Helda Melai Helda Melai Helda Melai Himself
Satina Jangin Herself
Helda Melai Herself
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