Modernism in the arts erupted into life during a period of intense political, economic, and social reform for the Russian Empire, one that culminated in the Empire's collapse. Modernism resurfaced in the Soviet 1960s, a similar era of upheaval. Yet the cultural revolution mainly affected major cities.

In this lecture, Professor Kelly will explore the work of writers, artists, and filmmakers whose engagement with folk culture took radical forms: the poet Marina Tsvetaeva (1891-1941), the painter Natalia Goncharova (1881-1962), and the film directors Sergei Parajanov (1924-1990), Tengiz Abuladze (1924-1994), and Kira Muratova.

Bookings are not required. For more information please contact rebecca.kenny@newn.cam.ac.uk.