The animated documentary short, featuring Sylvia Wynter's radical philosophy, urges viewers to rethink the concept of humanity through the historical contexts of slavery, the Middle Passage, and plantation economies. Created by Marcela Pizarro, Stefania Sottile, and Pomona Pictures, this film highlights the significance of Wynter’s ideas within the larger series 'Race Historicised: Epistemologies of Colour'. It showcases the contributions of Black intellectual thought and emphasizes how these narratives inform contemporary anti-racist struggles, encouraging a reevaluation of human identity and experience in relation to race and history.
Sylvia Wynter invites a transformative perspective on humanity by grappling with the historical legacies of slavery and plantation economies, urging a redefinition of human identity.
This documentary emphasizes Wynter's radical philosophy as essential in understanding our collective history and encourages viewing human experiences through the lens of racial constructs.
With contributions from scholars and artists, the film illustrates how Wynter’s insights challenge conventional narratives and foster critical discourse on race and identity.
As part of the series, this animated short highlights the importance of recognizing Black intellectualism in shaping contemporary thought and driving anti-racist movements.
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