Over three years, Renzo Martens collaborates with communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to examine poverty as a commodity.
“Who owns poverty?”
Synopsis
Over three years, Renzo Martens collaborates with communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to examine poverty as a commodity.
Synopsis
Renzo Martens spends three years in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, working with local communities to address poverty as a resource. He questions who benefits from the suffering of the impoverished. Martens collaborates with residents to challenge the narratives of exploitation and ownership that often dominate discussions about their lives. The film critiques how poverty is represented in the art world and society, asking who truly owns the stories of those living in hardship.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how poverty is treated as a commodity.
- Meet local communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Find out who really owns poverty.
Did You Know
- The film was produced over a span of three years.
- Renzo Martens is the director of the film.
- The film has a duration of 90 minutes.
- It was produced in two countries: the Netherlands and Belgium.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary Enjoy Poverty?
Enjoy Poverty was directed by Renzo Martens.
What is the primary focus of Enjoy Poverty?
The primary focus of Enjoy Poverty is the economic and emotional dimensions of poverty as a commodity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
In what year was Enjoy Poverty released?
Enjoy Poverty was released in 2009.
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