Corpus Christi Ceremony (1947)

Istebna, Silesia, Poland (Silesia was a historical region in central Europe, mostly in SW Poland but also in Germany and Czech Republic) down from the tower of the church to the crowd gathered at the entrance. colourful procession wherein people wear their regional costumes moving slowly along. Head shot of a married woman, distinguished by her lace coif and scarf tied round it. Hands clasping prayer books. petals are showered on the clergy. CU. A sparkling sequin belt, worn by one of the girls. NCU. Striking study of the head of an old gnarled peasant. CU. A thurible containing incense, being swung on a chain. VS of the crowds watching the procession crossing themselves. CU small boy with handbells. FILM A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONLINE CHANNEL, BRITISH PATHÉ TV. IT S FULL OF GREAT DOCUMENTARIES, FASCINATING INTERVIEWS, AND CLASSIC MOVIES. FOR LICENSING ENQUIRIES VISIT British Pathé also