In the Kalahari Desert of southern Africa, bushmen enter a state of trance. Fire and hypnotic dancing create an altered state where nature’s rules are turned upside-down.
Our ancient ancestors, while in trance, attempted to contact animal spirits. This was their way of harnessing the forces of nature.
Bushmen still view this altered state, the animals they rely on for survival.
Through deep trance, they believe they can transform into animals.
We have lost this close bond, but still share our lives with animals.
This sometimes leads to close encounters of a supernatural kind.
