Black Venus

Black Venus tells the true story of Saartjie Baartman, a young South African woman who was taken from her home and exhibited as a freak show attraction in London in the early 19th century due to her unique physical features. Despite her dreams of being an artist, she was exploited and objectified, becoming a symbol of both freedom and enslavement. The film explores themes of race, identity, and the commodification of the human body, offering a powerful and thought-provoking commentary on the darker side of human history.

You can stream Black Venus on: Apple TV

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