The São Paulo Neo-Avant-Garde: Radical Art and Mass Print Media in Cold War Brazil.

  • Published In: Journal of Global South Studies, 2025, v. 42, n. 2. P. 334 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Edwards, John Spann 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Mari Rodríguez Binnie's book, *The São Paulo Neo-Avant Garde: Radical Art and Mass Print Media in Cold War Brazil*, which explores the impact of radical artists in São Paulo during Brazil's military dictatorship from 1964 to 1985. The book highlights how artists utilized mass media technologies, such as offset printing and photocopying, to create revolutionary art that challenged censorship and oppressive government practices, particularly during the Ato Institucional # 5 (AI-5) period. Binnie’s work is noted for being the first English-language study dedicated to the conceptual practices of the São Paulo neo-avant-garde, showcasing how these artists fostered a vibrant art culture despite severe restrictions on civil liberties. The book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Latin American art history and the role of artistic expression in political resistance. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Global South Studies. 2025/09, Vol. 42, Issue 2, p334
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Communication and Mass Media
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2476-1397
  • DOI:10.1353/gss.2025.a973250
  • Accession Number:188770048
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