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Film Overview: "Fragments for Venus" is the latest short film in the Miu Miu Women’s Tales series, directed by Alice Diop. The film explores the representation of Black women in Western art through two segments: one featuring a Black woman in a museum and another observing Black women in Brooklyn.
Director's Background: Alice Diop is known for her documentaries focusing on marginalized communities, with her notable work "Saint Omer" receiving acclaim at the Venice Film Festival in 2022. This new 21-minute film will premiere at the Venice Film Festival’s “Giornate degli Autori” on Saturday and will be available for streaming on Mubi from September 15.
Artistic Intent: Diop's film is inspired by Robin Coste Lewis’ poem “Voyage of the Sable Venus,” which questions the historical portrayal of Black women in art. Diop aims to challenge the marginalization and objectification of Black bodies in the art world.
Cultural Significance: The film serves as a tribute to contemporary female artists and includes a soundtrack featuring Meshell Ndegeocello’s song, which echoes themes of injustice articulated by poet Audre Lorde.
Director's Perspective: Diop describes this project as her most radical work to date, emphasizing that the essence of filmmaking lies in the audience's reception and interpretation. She hopes viewers will engage deeply with the film, potentially leading to unexpected revelations.
Panel Discussions: Following the premiere, Diop will participate in a panel discussion alongside fellow director Joanna Hogg, continuing Miu Miu's tradition of fostering dialogue around the films in the series.
