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INFINITY minus Infinity draws on the works of several influential thinkers, including Jamaican poet Una Marson and Martinican philosopher Édouard Glissant. The film examines the intersections of black feminist thought and mathematical nihilism, creating a unique perspective on historical and contemporary issues related to race and identity.
The documentary also incorporates the ideas of Brazilian philosopher Denise Ferreira da Silva and British geographer Kathryn Yusoff, focusing on the racial implications of geology. By weaving together poetry and philosophical concepts, the film presents a black feminist cosmos that challenges traditional narratives surrounding slavery and anti-blackness.
Why Watch
- •Meet Una Marson, a key figure in black feminist poetry.
- •Find out how geology relates to racial identity.
- •See the influence of Édouard Glissant's philosophy.
Did You Know
•Una Marson was a Jamaican poet whose work inspires the film.
•Édouard Glissant was a Martinican philosopher and poet referenced in the film.
•Denise Ferreira da Silva is a Brazilian philosopher featured in the documentary.
•Kathryn Yusoff theorizes the racial formation of geology in the film.
Perfect For
Black feminist theoryModernist poetryGeological studies