Palimpsest of the Africa Museum
Director Matthias De Groof
Countries Belgium
Duration 69 min
Synopsis
In 2013, the Royal Museum for Central Africa (Belgium) closes for renovation. It is an opportunity to give a modern interpretation to the museum’s existence and mission. The process of decolonisation leads to fierce discussions. Fundamental questions also need to be asked. Who is looking at whom? And whose story is being told?
In 2013, the Royal Museum for Central Africa (Belgium) closes for renovation. It is an opportunity to give a modern interpretation to the museum’s existence and mission. The process of decolonisation leads to fierce discussions. Fundamental questions also need to be asked. Who is looking at whom? And whose story is being told?