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Modern War Photography : Blavatnik & Hetherington

Hosted by the Consul of the London South East Group
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Took place 2 months ago
Sun 28 Jul 15:00 - 18:00

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IWM’s new Blavatnik Art, Film and Photography Galleries provide a vivid account of modern war.

Showcasing the experiences and innovations of artists, filmmakers and photographers, these galleries explore the complex tension between creativity and destruction.
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Storyteller marks the 13th anniversary of Hetherington’s death while filming and photographing the Libyan Civil War Protected content . With photography from across his career and a selection of his cameras and diaries on display, you can also immerse yourself in his film Sleeping Soldiers, shown across three screens as it was intended to be viewed.

Please note this latter exhibition includes strong language and images depicting violence. The film Liberian War Graffiti (shown in a separate screening room) contains illustrations of sexual violence which some visitors may find distressing. The film Diary (shown in a separate screening room) contains flashing lights and graphic imagery.

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After the initial meeting point, we regroup there at 4pm to see if folks want to get coffee or such to help connect with each other

Not compulsory so please feel free to keep exploring

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