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- | Historic second Oscars win for Miyazaki sparks celebration in Japan as Asian talent increasingly recognized | + | Why one of the world’s most popular islands falls completely silent |
- | Fans and artists across Japan have been toasting a night of international success for the country’s movie industry, after anime maestro Hayao Miyazaki picked up a historic second Oscar and the famed Godzilla franchise took home its first award. | ||
- | Asian productions or nominees with a predominantly Asian cast have been making headway at the Academy Awards in recent years. South Korean thriller “Parasite” made history in 2020 as the first non-English language movie to win best picture, alongside three further awards. | + | Bali, Indonesia is one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations. The streets tingle with the whizz of motorbikes and the happy buzz of music pouring out of local cafes. |
- | Then came “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” an absurdist action comedy built around | + | But one day a year, the entire island falls silent. |
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+ | This is Nyepi, Balinese New Year. | ||
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+ | Unlike many other cultures, Balinese Hindus don’t mark the new year with fireworks, parties or drinking. | ||
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+ | Instead, they observe Nyepi, or silence. For a 24-hour period starting at 6 a.m., Balinese Hindus fast, meditate, turn off the electricity | ||
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+ | Regardless of their personal beliefs, everyone visiting during Nyepi will be affected by the holiday. The airport and all tourist attractions are closed, and hotels do not check anyone in or out during this period. | ||
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+ | Amanda Syrowatka, owner of the Viceroy Bali, helps manage expectations for hotel guests during Nyepi. She points out that while there is one day of silence, the days leading up to Balinese New Year are very popular with visitors due to special rituals you can’t experience anywhere else. | ||