Our Body of Water 2 – An Investigation into the Relationship between the Female Form and Water / Elizabeth Massey (2021)

Our Body of Water 2 - An Investigation into the Relationship between the Female Form and Water

Author: Elizabeth Massey

Course: MA Choreography

Year: 2021

Keywords: Choreography, Female body, Neimanis, Astrida, Patriarchy, Viola, Bill, Water, Women,

Abstract

Our Body of Water 2, is a filmic installation that investigates the relationship between the female form and water. This thesis delves into the theories that underpin this connection. Chapter 1 discusses the conception of choreography, rooted in hegemonic Western principles and my attempt to create an unorthodox response to these archetypes. Chapter 2 reflects on the patriarchal structure of society, resulting in the oppression (and dehumanisation) of women – reduced to sex objects for the pleasure of men. Chapter 3 is a discourse on watery feminist philosophies, and the thematic exploration of water by previous artists, including Astrida Neimanis and Bill Viola. Through this practice, I incorporate my personal experiences and opinions as a female within a phallocentric regime.

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dc.date.accessioned 2021-12-13 09:00
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Our Body of Water 2, is a filmic installation that investigates the relationship between the female form and water. This thesis delves into the theories that underpin this connection. Chapter 1 discusses the conception of choreography, rooted in hegemonic Western principles and my attempt to create an unorthodox response to these archetypes. Chapter 2 reflects on the patriarchal structure of society, resulting in the oppression (and dehumanisation) of women – reduced to sex objects for the pleasure of men. Chapter 3 is a discourse on watery feminist philosophies, and the thematic exploration of water by previous artists, including Astrida Neimanis and Bill Viola. Through this practice, I incorporate my personal experiences and opinions as a female within a phallocentric regime.
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dc.subject Choreography
dc.subject Female body
dc.subject Neimanis, Astrida
dc.subject Patriarchy
dc.subject Viola, Bill
dc.subject Water
dc.subject Women
dc.title Our Body of Water 2 - An Investigation into the Relationship between the Female Form and Water
thesis.degree.name MA Choreography
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Massey, Elizabeth. (2021). Our Body of Water 2 - An Investigation into the Relationship between the Female Form and Water (Masters’ theses). Retrieved https://researchonline.trinitylaban.ac.uk/oa/thesis/?p=2432