In the late 1980s, in the wake of perestroika, a cultural revival took place among the Itelmens. During the Alkhalalalai festival ancient worldviews of this people are remembered. Rituals that were once made for reconciliation with nature are re-staged.  Furthermore, this DVD portrays other social activities and dance performances by dance ensembles during the festival.

In the late 1980s, in the wake of perestroika, a cultural revival took place among the Itelmens. During the Alkhalalalai festival ancient worldviews of this people are remembered. Rituals that were once made for reconciliation with nature are re-staged.  Furthermore, this DVD portrays other social activities and dance performances by dance ensembles during the festival.

Во время перестройки в конце 1980-х годов в среде итeльменов стали появляться попытки культурного возрождения. Прежние ритуалы и мировоззрение находят свое выражение каждую осень в инсценированном по-новому празднике – Алхалалалай. Среди гостей также ансамбль, которые показывают танцы и песни.