https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56bjqxlsNAM
Journey to the North, and explore the art, tradition, and history of the Kalinga Tattoos and Tattooing. Known as Batok, experience this rich heritage as told by the Elders themselves, the last vestiges of this ancient practice.
Passed down from countless generations, spanning thousands of years, Batok comprises an integral part of our rich cultural heritage. Experience the vibrant culture of the Kalinga as was meant to be — covered in ink, and etched and strewn across their consciousness.
Produced/Edited/Directed and Scored by Pacifico Andreo S. Magno
Cinematography by Pacifico Andreo S. Magno, Chino De Vera and Jo Galang
Translation by Francis Pa-in
Original Music by Mackelmore Ryan Lewis and Secession Studio
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Sir Leonilo Doloricon (Thesis Adviser)
55 Tinta Tattoo Shop
Mike Esteves & Jillian Young (Visual Advisers)
Fang-od, Kannao, Od-Chung & Chummangyag (Mambabatok & Village tattooed elders)
To the people of Buscalan and Tinglayan village especially Fang-od
Special thanks to my parents Pacifico Jr. & June Andrea as well as my siblings: Nette, Apple and Pao — the MAGNO family for their unremitting and unconditional love, support, encouragement and a source of inspiration by sharing their skills and talents.