Preserving Kalinga's Ancient Ink

At 106, Apo Whang-od is the oldest known person practicing batok, a traditional tattooing technique that dates back 1,000 years in the Philippines. These tattoos were once badges of honor to warriors who protected the land. But centuries of colonization from the West made this art nearly obsolete. This film takes viewers on a journey into the heart of Whang-Od tribal homeland in the mountains of Northern Philippines to meet the icon and see how her art form is spreading throughout the world.