An Unsatisfying Metaphor
Who gets to imagine the world? And who must care for it after?
Documentary
Overview
Documentary about the history of 20th century globalization through the lens of the World Trade Organization's changing art collection; from works of human subjects showcasing the potential of dignified labor, to their replacement with abstract maps and grids for the valorization of the modern trade system.
Details
Release Date
2020-06-25
Runtime
40 min
Status
Released
Language
EN
Cast
Cristina Linclau
Narrator
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