William Kentridge describes Johannesburg, South Africa, providing a social and historical context for his animated films, including “Johannesburg, 2nd Greatest City after Paris” (1989).
William Kentridge is an acclaimed South African animation artist. This intense interview, on the occasion of his show in 2010 at Jeu de Paume in Paris, features about 40 works in a range of media —including animated films, drawings, prints, theater models, sculptures, and books—.
South African artist William Kentridge is best known for his animated films made through a palimpsest process of drawing and erasure.
Powerfull multi-screen video by South African videoartist Candice Breitz.