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This World Is Not My Own

2023, Movie, 1h 37min

Chewing gum sculptures, a wealthy gallerist, a notorious murder case, and the segregated south - it's all part of Nellie Mae Rowe's boundless universe. This World Is Not My Own reimagines this self-taught artist's world and her life spanning the 20th century.

Country: Sweden,United States

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Reviews

Critic Phil Hoad

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...fascinating study of black artist Nellie Mae Rowe.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Andreas Heilborn

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Vackert varvat med hennes djupt personliga konst och snygga svartvita animationer där hennes röst görs med trovärdig inlevelse av skådespelaren Uzo Aduba.

Read full review at Nöjesguiden

Critic Helena Lindblad

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En konstnärsfilm med glimten i ögat och örat mot historien.

Read full review at Dagens Nyheter

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Nellie Mae Rowe's boundless universe unfolds in this captivating documentary, reimagining the self-taught artist's life and her connection to the segregated south. Through her vibrant chewing gum sculptures and fantastical art, Rowe's journey from slavery to independence is a testament to the power of creativity and the human spirit. Set against the backdrop of 20th century Atlanta, this film is an ode to the strength and resilience of a woman who refused to be defined by her circumstances.

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