Sky Above and Mud Beneath
Sky Above and Mud Beneath (1961) is a documentary drama, directed by Pierre-Dominique Gaisseau. The 92-minute film holds an audience score of 5.7/10.
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What Sky Above and Mud Beneath Is About
In September, 1959, six Europeans leave Cook's Bay on the southern coast of Dutch New Guinea, now West Papua or Irian Jaya, to trek north to the far side of the island. The journey (450 miles, as a crow flies) across unmapped territory took seven months; three Muyu porters died. Near both coasts, the expedition met villagers who invited them to observe rituals and live with them. In the interior, all villagers kept them at bay, and they depended on air lifts from Hollandia for food and supplies. They climbed above 10,000 feet, built 14 bridges, and fought leeches and malaria. The narrator focuses on describing Stone Age savages, headhunters, and cannibals.
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What is Sky Above and Mud Beneath about?
In September, 1959, six Europeans leave Cook's Bay on the southern coast of Dutch New Guinea, now West Papua or Irian Jaya, to trek north to the far side of the island. The journey (450 miles, as a crow flies) across unmapped territory took seven months; three Muyu porters died.
Where can I watch Sky Above and Mud Beneath?
Sky Above and Mud Beneath is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Sky Above and Mud Beneath?
Sky Above and Mud Beneath runs for 92 minutes (1h 32m).
When did Sky Above and Mud Beneath come out?
Sky Above and Mud Beneath was released in 1961.
Who directed Sky Above and Mud Beneath?
Sky Above and Mud Beneath was directed by Pierre-Dominique Gaisseau.
What is Sky Above and Mud Beneath's rating?
Sky Above and Mud Beneath holds 7.0/10 on IMDb and 5.7/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.
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