Black Identity

Afrofuturism is a cultural movement and genre that combines African culture, history, and traditions with futuristic themes and technology. It is a genre that incorporates science fiction, futuristic and supernatural elements into storytelling, music and visual arts.

Afrofuturism imagines a future where African people and their descendants are central to creating and shaping new worlds. This movement is seen in books, movies, music, art, and fashion, where creators blend elements of science fiction and fantasy with African heritage and experiences. Afrofuturism explores themes like identity, empowerment, and social justice while celebrating African culture and envisioning a bright and inclusive future.

Afrofuturism is important because it is a way for Black people to see themselves in their agency and brilliance.

Here are some links where you can find out more about Afrofuturism.

Afrofuturism: From the Past to the Living Present
Article from UCLA Magazine. See the music video, “Sleepless Nights”. Look at how the instruments are modified, how the sound impacts the listeners, how they arrived on Earth, and so on.

Awol Erizku’s Remixed Classics Hit Hasted Krauetler Gallery
“The Girl with the Bamboo Earring” by Priscilla Frank.

This is Afrofuturism
This article includes multiple examples of Afrofuturism in different contexts.