Fragments of Identity
Explore the stories that weave personal experiences into collective identities, highlighting the power of narrative in shaping our understanding of self and community.
curation
april, 2025
by joel Connolly
Collective Memory and Heritage: Our identities are deeply rooted in shared histories, traditions, and cultural memories. These collective experiences bind us, forming a tapestry rich in nuance and meaning.
Created by Ari Kwasner-Catsi, this film explores Greek-Australian identities, weaving personal narratives into broader conversations about cultural heritage, migration, and belonging.
CONCRETE - Greek-Australian Identity Through Film (Protostars Season 2)
Identity as Dialogue: Identity develops in conversation—with our histories, cultures, and communities. These exchanges enrich our understanding, bridging gaps and fostering deeper connections.
Margarita Bassova uses diverse musical genres and intimate field recordings to explore the tensions and connections between her Armenian and Russian heritage, creating a dynamic dialogue between past and present.
Reimagining - A Cross-Genre Musical Dialogue (Protostars Season 2 & 4)
Personal Stories, Universal Resonance: The personal becomes universal when individual narratives illuminate shared truths, inviting empathy and understanding across diverse experiences.
Ayda Akbal creates a deeply personal album that delves into the experience of growing up as a first-generation Turkish-Australian, offering musical reflections that resonate with universal themes of belonging and identity.
Where Do I Belong? Here. - Music Exploring Turkish-Australian Identity (Protostars Season 6)
Reclaiming and Reimagining Narratives: Through reclaiming their narratives, marginalised voices challenge prevailing perceptions and celebrate their authentic identities, reshaping the cultural landscape.
By dramatising how people of colour’s features are perceived as foreign yet beautiful, Marie-Jo Orbase reclaims and redefines community identity, amplifying voices often misunderstood or marginalised.
AREA 51: A PHOTOSHOOT - Celebrating Ethereal Beauty (Protostars Season 6)
The stories we've shared show how identity is made from memories, conversations, personal experiences, and stories we reclaim. They reveal that who we are changes over time and is deeply connected to our communities. Our identities grow and develop through the stories we tell and the groups we belong to.
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