Amar Kanwar

The poetic documentary films and video works of Amar Kanwar are primarily concerned with issues relating to politics, society, and economic and ecological conditions in the Indian sub-continent. Much of Kanwar’s work explores the legacy of de-colonialisation and Partition where the separation of families, sectarian violence and border conflicts are axiomatic themes. Kanwar creates lyrical, contemplative filmic essays through image, ritual objects, literature, poetry and songs. His work creates a space that, rather than dwelling on traumatic or political situations, attempts to move beyond trauma and its representation.