Born in Belgium, 1959. Lives and works in Mexico City.
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A group of aliens (who happen to be homosexual and appear to be of African descent) approach earth, horrified to find it populated with not only males but also females. So they devise a plan to land on earth and liberate the men from their female overlords. Numerous sexual and racial jokes ensue. It is rather difficult to explain this film. The plot really sums it up, but the question is exactly whether or not the film is even good. On one hand, it's mostly notorious because of the name and not so much for the content of the film. So it can be dismissed as just a racist and homophobic movie. But is it racist or homophobic if it glorifies homosexuality and stars black men? And what of some of the more clever, subtle humor and homages? The name itself is a take on "Grave Diggers From Outer Space", the original title of "Plan 9 From Outer Space"... so there's definitely some knowledgeable film historians behind this one. And what to make of it being foreign (Danish)? Does the intent and humor translate well? I can't say for sure. Which makes this one even more of an enigma. After three viewings (the film is less than thirty minutes) I am still unclear on the way to take this one, and will likely be unclear for some time. It's funny, if only in an irreverent way. It's quirky. And it's certainly unique. If you can get your hands on a copy, do so. I don't know how to explain why, but I think this is a must-see film for almost everyone.
I love generally the works of Mr.Alÿs. BUT art should never, i said NEVER, use animals as guinea's pigs. This vídeo is just a prove the humans are cruels, nothing more. Did Mr Alÿs lost his sensibility? That’s no art .That’s stupidity.
Inspired by your work,it’s a performance against the construction of a commercial center LIDL adiacente an old castle ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-il9IDPhv-tI.htmlsi=hweTKzyrTGruJOUy
Hello Francis alys I wanted to let you know that I love your work, especially your sometimes making something leads to nothing project. Also is it true you live in Mexico City? Thank your Mr Alys
This work, among many others of Alÿs, impacted me so directly and so profoundly, that the trajectory of my life was also impacted. In sum, my gratitude to this man and his work exceeds my capacity to express
İ always dreamed it and i assume that everyone thinks of such act when they see a crocked ugly line on the street so , it's so satisfying to see someone saying fuck it lets start doing it instead of imagining it!
I feel it could be interpreted as a reminder of our individual ability to interact with the world at a micro level... our behaviors are regulated by the societal structures around us; repainting lines on the street is a task the government usually takes care of but clearly that is never gonna happen here... so in my eyes the artist's painting of this one line is an unexpected, almost rebellious, act of care towards this road and the people who live near it... I think any act of care, even one that is arguably "meaningless" like this, is valuable. I think there is also value inherent in disrupting the "normalcy" of life with harmless acts like the artist's in this video... I enjoy this work partially because it seems so "meaningless." Some of the people watching him doing it are clearly a bit confused and this confusion is a funny little break for them from their daily routines... those are some of my thoughts,anyways; to each their own
I remember fondly this exhibition in Bogota in 2009. The way that external individuals were involved in the projects was very telling on how sometimes we are willing to follow a rule that we don't fully integrate just for the sheer desire of being part of something. I think there is a beauty and a madness to it. For me, those actions were enjoyable in a revelatory way. Great work.
Def . Es así el tipo hace cosas para llamar la atención de otros .. sin importarle las consecuencias … lo hizo con una pintura y no se como no le pasó nada 🤷♀️algunos países son demasiado intolerables con estas tonterías
Un día el tipo caminó largo rato cargando la pistola en su mano. El video de la izquierda captó el momento real y espontáneo en que la policía lo detuvo por posesión de arma, mientras que el video de la derecha es una recreación, una escenificación que él mismo hizo, ahora ayudado por la policía, repitiendo el evento real del día anterior. Supuestamente quiso decir algo sobre la disolución de la barrera entre realidad y ficción y cómo los medios pueden fácilmente presentar imágenes manipuladas y tendenciosas.
I have seen things in the art museums that look like this. At least this provides some social value. i take this piece to be a criticism of such minimalist bullsh*t
No seas mamón wey. Esto no aporta nada y es precisamente el punto ¿No te das cuenta de que todo sigue igual? No se trata de gastar un chingo de baro y pintar la calle porque la gente va a seguir igual wey, es un gesto inútil llevado hasta sus máximas consecuencias para evidenciar otros actos inútiles que se hacen enserio.
Comment parler d'une problématique pareille avec plus de poésie et de sensibilité ? L'installation entière (film, bateaux-chaussures, archives de presse etc.) est visible jusqu'octobre 2015 dans l'exposition ATOPOLIS à Mons en Belgique. Et c'est juste... bouleversant ! quel artiste ! Merci.
Fue en ese puente donde ocurrió la catástrofe del Ponte das Barcas, en el que murieron miles de víctimas cuando huían, a través del puente, de las cargas de bayoneta de las tropas invasoras francesas del Mariscal Soult, el 29 de marzo de 1809.
11 лет назад
Muy bueno. Me hace pensar en la história del "puente de barcas" de Oporto, Portugal: "que fue el primer puente que se construyó sobre el Duero. La necesidad de establecer un paso hacia la margen sur del río para la circulación de personas y mercancías fue una preocupación permanente a lo largo de los siglos. La travesía del río se hacía con barcos, botes, barcazas etc.
