Sylvia Aguilar-Zeleny
Trash
Trash
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Trash is a book that explores the complexities of survival and joy, love and violence for three women in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, navigating family, abandonment, power, jealousy, greed, and sexuality and gender violence. It is a critical intervention in Mexican literature that asks who is seen as disposable and how women find their own means of survival and joy.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 04 May 2023
Publisher: Deep Vellum Publishing
Trash is a powerful and thought-provoking film that explores the lives of three women who have deep connections to the municipal garbage dump of Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. The film seamlessly weaves together the voices of these women, providing a unique and intimate perspective on their experiences.
Aguilar Zéleny's Trash delves into the complex tapestry of survival, joy, love, and violence that these women navigate daily. The film follows the journey of a teenager, abandoned by her guardian at the dump, a scientist conducting research on the residents of the dump, and a transwoman who serves as the matriarch of a group of sex workers. Each character faces unique challenges and struggles, but their stories are interconnected by geography and the pervasive themes of waste and abandonment.
As Aguilar Zéleny explores these treacherous territories in her book, she raises crucial questions about the societal perceptions of disposability and the resilience of women in the face of adversity. The film challenges viewers to consider the ways in which women find their own means of survival and joy in the midst of a perilous sociopolitical context. It also sheds light on the devastating consequences of austerity and extreme violence on individuals and communities.
Trash is a critical intervention in Mexican literature and filmmaking, offering a nuanced and empathetic portrayal of the lives of marginalized women. The film's powerful storytelling and stunning visuals make it a must-see for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of human experience and the challenges faced by women in societies around the world.
Weight: 260g
Dimension: 126 x 261 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781646052202
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