Julien, Isaac; Roberts, Brady (Curated By)

About the Author

Isaac Julien is a visionary British artist and filmmaker renowned for his innovative explorations of race, sexuality, and postcolonial identity through multimedia installations and poetic films. Born in 1960 in London to Caribbean parents, Julien co-founded the influential Sankofa Film and Video Collective in the 1980s, which challenged mainstream narratives with bold, experimental works. His practice blends archival footage, dance, and narrative storytelling to interrogate global histories and cultural diasporas, earning him international acclaim including the Turner Prize in 1990. Curated by Brady Roberts, this collection highlights Julien's enduring impact on contemporary art, inviting viewers to engage with the complexities of memory and migration in a visually arresting manner.