Critical Race Theory and Bamboozled
- 216 pages
- 8 hours of reading
An introduction to Critical Race Theory through a close analysis of Spike Lee's film Bamboozled--
Alessandra Raengo Books
Alessandra Raengo's work delves into the complexities of blackness within visual and aesthetic fields. She critically examines how race is visually constructed and perceived, offering a nuanced perspective on the relationship between image and identity. As an educator and coordinator of a research project on blackness and aesthetics, Raengo illuminates the profound impact of visual representation on our understanding of race. Her scholarship provides essential insights into the intersection of race, aesthetics, and cultural interpretation.
On the Sleeve of the Visual: Race as Face Value
- 240 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Focusing on the intersection of race and visual culture, the author explores how race functions as a theory of the image. By emphasizing the surface of visual artifacts, the work challenges conventional understandings of meaning and perception. Through eclectic analyses of fine arts, cinema, and rhetorical elements, the author provokes readers to confront the implicit racial dimensions of visual experiences, highlighting the critical role race plays in shaping how we view and interpret images.