An accessible yet critical introduction to African photography and cinema from the mid-20th
century to the present day. The African Gaze is a comprehensive exploration of postcolonial
and contemporary photography and cinema from Africa. Drawing from archival imagery and
documents interviews with the photographers and filmmakers (in some cases family members close
associates if the artist is deceased) and contributions from writers scholars and curators
it maps a comprehensive introduction to African moving and still imagery. This is a hugely
important and timely publication - engagement with Black and African histories is stronger than
ever before (and long overdue). The major names of African photography such as Malick Sidibé
Sanlé Sory and Seydou Keïta have become highly collectible in the art market while African
cinema pioneered by filmmakers such as Ousmane Sembène in 1960s Senegal is now recognized for
its creative innovation and storytelling. For anyone drawn to African photography and film
this book will provide an exciting and accessible overview. Featuring interviews with Samuel
Fosso and Souleymane Cissé.
