“Revive and Resist” is a documentary which follows 14 First Nations artists as they make work for the 2024 Biennale of Sydney, “Ten Thousand Suns” curated by artistic directors Cosmin Costinas and Inti Guerrero.
As a Visionary Partner, the Fondation Cartier collaborated to commission artists Mangala Bai Maravi, Doreen Chapman, Megan Cope, Cristina Flores Pescorán, Gail Mabo, Freddy Mamani, Dylan Mooney, Orquídeas Barrileteras, John Pule, Eric-Paul Riege, Darrell Sibosado, Kaylene Whiskey, Yangamini, and Nikau Hindin.
Directed by Kieran Satour the 35-minute film highlights the unique approaches, cultural legacies, storytelling embedded in their work and places them as an integral part of and change-makers in the contemporary art landscape.
Satour spoke on his own creative approach in the press too. He noted “Treating each story as unique and individual, our approach utilising mixed media resulted in an eclectic and engaging film that I hope does justice to the beautiful diversity of these artists. I’m very proud of what our team produced and I thank Tony and all of the artists for their generosity in sharing their stories with us all.”
The film showcases celebrated artist and Kuku Yalanji man Tony Albert’s involvement as the inaugural Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain First Nations Curatorial Fellow. Albert said “I am excited to share the journey of the Fondation Cartier First Nations Curatorial fellowship. It was an experience that shaped and changed my life. This ambitious project represents the absolute pinnacle of Indigenous excellence, and this documentary will exist forever in sharing our culture and stories through the power of art.”
Revive and Resist is free to view now on YouTube on both Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain and Biennale of Sydney websites and channels.