In this non-verbal film "Baraka", the most impressive scene for me is "Balinese Monkey Chant." At the beginning of this scene, a bunch of Balinese who sit and face to the temple sing the special chant that sounds like monkeys or gamelan orchestra. With the melody, they move forth and back with waving hands.
When I saw this scene, the special, neat and tidy movement caught my eyes. All of these Balinese involve themselves in the religious ceremony with special painting on their face and colorful flowers. They present their respect and ask for blessing by imitating the sound of monkeys and orchestra. From their expression, I even could feel the joy and great admiration for their God.
In Asian culture, people usually not only show the respect for God, but animals or plants with long life. For example, people in Taiwan worship longevity trees; cows in India are pampered. I think these religion events or ceremonies are usually very fascinating and the best way to know another culture.
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