# "ISLE OF ISOLATION" 1930s BALI INDONESIA / DUTCH EAST INDIES TRAVELOGUE 49254

A black-and-white travelogue from the Port O’ Call Series produced by William M. Pizor, “Isle of Isolation: Bali” takes the viewer to the 1930s-era Indonesian island. It offers a vivid portrait of Bali, an island in the Dutch East Indies, known for its unique culture, beauty, and traditions. Though geographically close to Java, Bali stands apart with its distinct Hindu heritage and matriarchal society where women dominate daily life and exude grace and independence. The island's fertile rice fields are meticulously maintained, and its markets brim with vibrant, ageless women. Men, more laid-back, are often absorbed in rooster fighting, a popular pastime involving deadly, high-stakes matches. Traditional cremation rituals are elaborate and delayed until the eldest family member passes, featuring symbolic offerings, music, and dance. The film highlights captivating performances by young dancers and musicians, seen not merely as entertainment but as sacred expressions of Balinese spirituality. With its enchanting customs, artistry, and unspoiled charm, Bali is depicted as a paradise, deeply rooted in tradition and reverence for beauty in everyday life. 0:00 – Bali, located in the Dutch East Indies, is described as a tropical paradise rich in culture and tradition, distinct even from neighboring Java. 1:22 – Women dominate Balinese society, both in number and influence, carrying themselves with grace and confidence. 1:53 – Fertile rice fields are maintained by men and watched…

- Kind: Film
- Genres: Travel, Industrial and advertising
- Archive: [Internet Archive](https://archive.org/details/49254PortOCallIsleOfIsolation)
- Licence or status: none stated by the archive
- Who can watch: Tweens profiles and older (the archive gives no rating; placed by Invisible Network from its collection and subjects)

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