Black Venus

As a historical drama depicting the tragic exploitation of Saartjes Baartman, 'Black Venus' primarily elicits profound sadness and empathy for her dehumanizing experiences. Audiences will feel significant anger and disgust at the systemic racism and objectification she endures, from being exhibited as a 'freak' to her eventual dissection. A pervasive sense of melancholy and disturbance reflects the film's unflinching portrayal of historical injustice and the protagonist's ultimate despair.