The Last of the Nuba

The Last of the Nuba by Leni Riefenstahl is a photographic exploration of the Nuba people, an indigenous group living in the mountains of Sudan. The book documents their customs, rituals, and way of life, focusing on themes such as body painting, wrestling ceremonies, and communal practices. Riefenstahl's images aim to capture the aesthetics and cultural identity of the Nuba before external influences altered their traditions. While praised for its visual artistry, the work has also generated controversy due to Riefenstahl's prior association with Nazi propaganda, raising questions about the ethical and anthropological perspectives underpinning the project.