Black speculative fiction, Afro-futurism, Afro-punk
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Overview and quickfacts
Afrofuturism is a cultural aesthetic, philosophy of science, and philosophy of history that explores the developing intersection of African Diaspora culture with technology. It has been described as “a way of looking at the world through a black cultural lens that combines elements of science fiction, history, and fantasy.”
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Detailed Description
Afrofuturism is a movement in the arts, music, and literature that explores the experiences of people of African descent in the future. It is a fusion of science fiction, fantasy, and Afrocentricity that often features elements of magical realism. The term was coined in 1993 by Mark Dery in his essay “Black to the Future,” in which he explored the ways that black artists and writers were using science fiction and fantasy to create a new vision of the future. Afrofuturism has been gaining popularity in recent years, thanks in part to the success of movies like Black Panther and the rise of Afrocentricity in the mainstream. There are a number of famous Afrofuturist artists, including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Octavia Butler, and Sun Ra. Afrofuturist paintings often feature bright colors and geometric shapes, and often explore themes of alienation, identity, and the future of Africa.
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