In 2015 artist Melanie Manchot discussed the inspiration behind her ambitious film installation, Twelve, with Dr Pratap Rugani, documentary filmmaker and then Reader in Documentary Film at University of the Arts London. The talk explores Manchot’s influences including contemporary filmmakers and investigates a number of challenges arising from the relation between ethics and aesthetics in her work. The discussion also looks at the commissioning process behind Twelve.
Resource: Twelve, drug and alcohol misuse
These resources offer a range of reference materials around drug and alcohol misuse, focusing on movies, music, art and books.
Film: Futurama by Harold Offeh
A film by Harold Offeh, documenting his 2010 Peckham Platform commission, Futurama, with youth group Leaders of Tomorrow and design team Glass Hill.
Film: South London Black Music Archive by Barby Asante
This interview with artist Barby Asante looks at her inspiration for the South London Black Music Archive and documents the exhibition.