The Majors -11:11 Divine Timing
Sheila Chukwulozie Immerses audiences in a journey of self-discovery and transformation, inspired by the Igbo concept of divine timing.
By African Leadership Academy
Curated by: Umazi Mvurya
The Majors is part of the Ancient Civilizations & Futuristic Visions exhibit featuring works that draw from African stories and experiences to reimagine the present and inspire new futures.
Multi-disciplinary research artist Sheila Chukwulozie explores this Igbo concept of divine timing and the journey of self-discovery through her short silent film, The Majors.
The Fool's Journey
Who are you? Do you really know?
The Majors invites you to reflect on the exchanges we make with the universe. What would you celebrate in your journey of becoming? Inspired by Igbo mythology, this exhibit explores Time as a force guiding us along its own plan.
The Majors (01/2024) by Sheila ChukwulozieAfrican Leadership Academy
Unlike the linear Western concept of time, the Igbo view it as cyclic influenced by both visible and invisible beings. Measured by market days, moons, seasons, and weather, it encompasses cosmogonic, mystical, historical, agricultural, seasonal, solar, and lunar dimensions.
The Majors (01/2024) by Sheila ChukwulozieAfrican Leadership Academy
11:11
“Whenever you wake up is your morning." - Igbo saying
The Majors (01/2024) by Sheila ChukwulozieAfrican Leadership Academy
The story begins with The Hero awakening as The Fool, facing dreams and nightmares, and wrestling with her fears and faith. She eventually emerges renewed, carving a new self from her old essence.
The Majors (01/2024) by Sheila ChukwulozieAfrican Leadership Academy
As a story that ends where it begins, it invites the audience to see The Fool’s journey, as a never-ending cycle of self-improvement. Guided by time, The Fool faces dreams, nightmares, fears, and faith, constantly renewing and transforming. Each return to the start marks a high.
The Majors (Official Trailer) (01/2024) by Sheila ChukwulozieAfrican Leadership Academy
Meet the artist
Sheila Chukwulozie is a multidisciplinary artist exploring sound and the body through essays, films, and installations. Her internationally acclaimed work bridges the physical and metaphysical, reflecting African perspectives.
Curated by: Umazi Mvurya
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