High on a hill in rural New Zealand a concrete replica of Stonehenge has been built, functioning like the original not only in its astronomical alignment but also in its role as a sacred site for pagan ritual. This observational documentary explores what it means to build such a country. Is it an attempt to simulate an historical presence in the land for white New Zealanders, or does it offer a place to work through the complex identities of postocolonial society?
Standing place
- Original Title: Standing place
- Director: Ana Tovey
- Country: United Kingdom
- Languages: English, Maori
- Year: 2007
- University: University of Manchester
- Subjects: Material culture, Oceania, Ritual/ Rite, Rural
- Running Time: 31 mins