1. Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I decided to watch and discuss the two video's African Art: Legacy of Oppression and Buddhism because I'm always interested in African art and African history in general so whenever I get the chance to learn more I do. I've heard many things about Buddhism but I've never watched a documentary on the subject so I decided to start now.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
African Art: Legacy of Oppression:
- Belgium's Tervuren Museum contains the world's largest collection of Central African art
- 250,00 pieces showcased
- Over 250 different cultures
- Lots of abstract art that has deep meanings
- Lots of magical, mystical artwork with meanings that represents a strong sense of motherhood and some figures only people from that society can understand (interesting fact)
- Most magical common art forms were "Masks" some mask were meant to frighten people
Buddhism
- Buddhism started in India and quickly flourshied to many other places
- Buddha's death was considered the end of the golden age
- The Mahabodhi Temple, in Bodh Gaya; the Great Stupa at Sanchi, India; the Borobudur Temple—the largest Buddhist shrine in the world
- Buddha refused to be considered a god
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
Both videos relates to the readings in the text because because both discuss artwork and relationships culture and religion from African and Asian countries.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
Both films were interesting and worth watching. A lot of fascinating facts were filled in both films. They both added more understanding of the text because they added more interesting facts about some African cultures and also Buddhism.
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