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Resisting Paradise

Resisting Paradise

DocumentaryDramaWar
2003, Movie, 1h 20min
Hammer’s 2003 film Resisting Paradise, which deals with the concept of art as a tool of political resistance, was especially fascinating to me. Hammer, who was doing a painting residency in Cassis, France, when war broke out in Kosovo, found herself questioning the validity of art in the face of political conflict and unrest. She began exploring the history of the French Resistance in Cassis, and used that as a chance to reflect on how Cassis’ artistic community, both those who were threatened by the Nazi occupation of France and those who were able to remain relatively neutral, reacted to the atrocities of the Second World War.
Country: United States
Director:
Barbara Hammer
Cast:
Barbara Hammer
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In "Resisting Paradise," art becomes a powerful weapon against oppression as a group of artists in a small French town stand up to the Nazi occupation during World War II. Through their works, they defy the enemy, preserve their culture, and inspire hope in a time of despair. This documentary explores the role of art in the face of political upheaval, questioning its ability to effect change and resonate with those who are struggling for freedom. As the artists of Cassis demonstrate, the power of creativity can be a potent force in the face of adversity, and their stories serve as a testament to the enduring spirit of resistance.

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