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2 de abr. de 2014 · James Baldwin's The Devil Finds Work, a book-length essay on race and America and cinema, movingly demonstrates that analysis of art can be art itself. By Noah Berlatsky. April 2,...
The Devil Finds Work is a book-length essay by writer James Baldwin. Published in 1976, it is both a memoir of his experiences watching movies and a critique of the racial politics of American cinema.
- James Baldwin
- 1976
- 1976
- Essay
In “The Devil Finds Work,” James Baldwin explores the power of language and dialogue in shaping our understanding of the world around us. He argues that the way we use language can either reinforce or challenge existing power structures, and that dialogue is essential for creating meaningful change.
Now Baldwin has published a long essay, "The Devil Finds Work," the 17th book bearing his name, but the event does not call for rejoicing. In fact it brings forth not a little pain, for this...
29 de mar. de 2024 · Taking the book The Devil Finds work by James Baldwin, one of the most influential writers and activists of the 20th century, we present a season of films and conversations discussing Black representation in contemporary cinema.
"The Devil Finds Work" is a compelling essay that critiques the portrayal of race and identity in American cinema. Through personal reflections and sharp analysis, the author examines how movies have both shaped and reflected the racial prejudices and societal norms of their times.
11 de sept. de 2015 · “The Devil Finds Work” series borrows its title from Baldwin’s brilliant book-length 1976 essay, which blends a candid autobiographical articulation of his cinephilia with a frank critique of the fraught intersection between Hollywood’s industrial practices and its limiting representational approaches.
