We have discussed multiple dimensions of the black body. From D'Angelo to Hottentot Venus, we discussed performativity and objectification. Who knew dominant culture would remain so
While D'Angelo resisted, others were unable to. bell hooks suggests that Tina Turner may not have been a willing participant in her own objectification by Ike Turner. Do you think she realizes now? What about the inferences of influence in Ike Turner's fantasy stemming from Tarzan's Jane as well as its potential influence on School Daze's Jane character in our dialogue?
More recently, we've discussed the role of the African American documentary with providing an alternative perspective to the black narrative. And, Janet Cutler is correct. This genre has been woefully neglected. So, how do we begin to take control of how our bodies are portrayed along with how our stories are told? Is Beyonce' really in control of her body or has consumption rampantly (re)possessed it?
