
Capitalism: Slavery
4.9(17)20073m1
In Capitalism: Slavery, Jacobs uses a Victorian stereograph (a double-photograph) of slaves picking cotton under the watchful eye of a white overseer as the source for this wrenching silent work. Through digital manipulation, Jacobs creates a haunting illusion of depth and movement. It is as if he has "entered" the image and reactivated this historical moment; he moves among the figures and isolates individuals, creating a stuttering, pulsing effect that suggests motion even as it animates stasis.
TMDB
4.9/10
17 votes
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- Released
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Release dates
United StatesUS
- PremiereSan Francisco International Film Festival28 Apr 2007
GermanyDE
- PremiereOberhausen Film Festival8 May 2007
Frequently asked questions
- When was Capitalism: Slavery released?
- Capitalism: Slavery was released on 28 April 2007.
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- No verified Hindi trailer for Capitalism: Slavery is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Capitalism: Slavery?
- Capitalism: Slavery holds a 4.9/10 audience score from 17 votes.
- Who directed Capitalism: Slavery?
- Capitalism: Slavery (2007) was directed by Ken Jacobs.
- How long is Capitalism: Slavery?
- Capitalism: Slavery runs for 3m.











