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Behind the Biennale: Adam Pendleton Brings “Black Lives Matter” to Venice

Artsy Editorial
May 5, 2015 7:36PM

Artist Adam Pendleton opens up about his participation in this year’s Belgian Pavilion and his intention to capture “something particular to our moment” through the now-historic rallying cry “Black Lives Matter.” Incorporating this slogan as well as works from his signature “Black Dada” series into his multimedia installation, Pendleton not only captures a moment in history but also uses the exposition as an opportunity to invite global conversations around current social and racial controversies in the United States.

Directed by Oscar Boyson.


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