“I don’t think it can be said that Mendieta or Andre is treated with respect here. If one assumes the latter is guilty, then I suppose respect is unwarranted. But Molsworth makes little effort to provide evidence of his guilt other than to malign his character. It feels as if even better art or a more agreeable personality or identity would have been enough to persuade her of his innocence. That’s one thing. What I find more disappointing and less expected is how others are allowed to speak on behalf of the “dead artist” in question. Woody Allen has a living accuser, who can speak for themselves. There’s no check on art-world narcissism here, despite the supposed exploration. The show closes with Mendieta speaking to Molsworth from beyond the grave, but of course this is Molsworth’s external dialogue and prejudices. I was left with only confirmation that art world insiders will always care most for themselves”
Ice Cream Brocial via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/22