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Bathing Babies in Three Cultures (1954)

Movie 10 min

This short ethnographic film presents a comparative study of infant bathing practices in three cultural settings: Bali, Iatmul communities along the Sepik River in New Guinea, and the United States. Through observational sequences, the film documents differing methods of mother–child interaction, caregiving routines, and degrees of maternal protection, situating everyday domestic practices within broader patterns of cultural socialization.

Gregory Bateson Director Margaret Mead Director

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Released
June 1, 1954
Runtime
10 min
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Frequently asked questions

What is Bathing Babies in Three Cultures about?
This short ethnographic film presents a comparative study of infant bathing practices in three cultural settings: Bali, Iatmul communities along the Sepik River in New Guinea, and the United States. Through observational sequences, the film documents differing methods of mother–child interaction, caregiving routines, and degrees of maternal protection, situating everyday domestic practices within broader patterns of cultural socialization.
Who directed Bathing Babies in Three Cultures?
Bathing Babies in Three Cultures was directed by Gregory Bateson, Margaret Mead.
When was Bathing Babies in Three Cultures released?
Bathing Babies in Three Cultures is a 1954 documentary film.
Where can I watch Bathing Babies in Three Cultures?
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