Amazing Grace
Jan 01, 2005 · 7m
Director
Wangechi MutuOverview
In Amazing Grace, Mutu brings to life powerful video art rooted in the origins of the Atlantic slave trade that casts the ocean as a paradoxical character. Mutu describes the ocean as both a birthplace for all organisms as well as a site of unfathomable destruction as the pathway for the slave trade and for migrant boats. Throughout Amazing Grace, Mutu immerses herself slowly into the sea while singing the Christian hymn referenced in the title in her native language, Kikuyu, in an act of self-baptism and meditation.
Cast of Amazing Grace
Crew of Amazing Grace
About Amazing Grace
What is Amazing Grace about?
In Amazing Grace, Mutu brings to life powerful video art rooted in the origins of the Atlantic slave trade that casts the ocean as a paradoxical character. Mutu describes the ocean as both a birthplace for all organisms as well as a site of unfathomable destruction as the pathway for the slave trade and for migrant boats. Throughout Amazing Grace, Mutu immerses herself slowly into the sea while…
When was Amazing Grace released?
Amazing Grace was released on January 1, 2005.
How long is Amazing Grace?
Amazing Grace runs 7 minutes.
Who directed Amazing Grace?
Amazing Grace was directed by Wangechi Mutu.
Who is in the cast of Amazing Grace?
The cast of Amazing Grace includes Wangechi Mutu.