Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
410
Language
English
Published
Dec 4, 2021
Publisher
Amsterdam University Press
ISBN-10
9463722424
ISBN-13
9789463722421
Description
This collection of essays delves into the innovative video project "Labour in a Single Shot," created by Antje Ehmann and Harun Farocki. Through a series of global video installations, the artists seek to explore the themes of labor and its representation in contemporary society. The contributors engage with the project's insights, analyzing how it challenges conventional narratives surrounding work and the human experience.
Contributors from diverse backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the forefront, examining the intricate interplay between visual media and the socio-political landscape of labor. Through critical discourse and engaging arguments, they investigate how these videos not only document labor practices but also provoke deeper questions about the nature of work, identity, and globalization. The essays ultimately offer a profound reflection on the implications of viewing labor through a critical lens, making this collection an essential read for those interested in contemporary art, sociology, and political theory.
Contributors from diverse backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the forefront, examining the intricate interplay between visual media and the socio-political landscape of labor. Through critical discourse and engaging arguments, they investigate how these videos not only document labor practices but also provoke deeper questions about the nature of work, identity, and globalization. The essays ultimately offer a profound reflection on the implications of viewing labor through a critical lens, making this collection an essential read for those interested in contemporary art, sociology, and political theory.
Genres
Art & Photography
Contemporary