Krippendorf's Tribe
Despondent and recently widowed anthropologist James Krippendorf is under pressure to give clear evidence of the existence of a previously unknown New Guinea tribe after squandering his grant money. His three troublesome children are transformed into the Shelmikedmu, a primitive civilization whose practices fascinate scholars, thanks to grass skirts, cosmetics, and staged rituals. When a vengeful rival threatens to expose Krippendorf's deceit, he joins in.
Released: 1998-02-27