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Black Venus (2010)
Director: Abdellatif Kechiche
Cast: Yahima Torres, André Jacobs, Olivier Gourmet, Elina Löwensohn
Runtime159 min
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The true story of Saartje Baartman, a black South African worker who moves to London with her master in the early 19th century. Although she dreams of being an artist, once in Europe she is exploited as a sideshow attraction due to her large buttocks and genitalia.
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Fans of historical dramas and compelling character studies will appreciate the nuanced exploration of the true story of Saartje Baartman in director Abdellatif Kechiche's 2010 film Black Venus. The film features a powerful lead performance by Yahima Torres that delves into the complexities of Baartman's exploitation and the social injustices she faced as a black woman in 19th century Europe.
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Black Venus is a 2010 French drama film directed by Abdellatif Kechiche. It is based on the life of Sarah Baartman, a Khoikhoi woman who in the early 19th century was exhibited in Europe under the name "Hottentot Venus". The film was nominated for the Golden Lion at the 67th Venice International Film Festival, where it was awarded the Equal Opportunity Award.
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