Christine Angot on 'Pourquoi le Brésil?' and the Politics of Intimacy
In a 2002 interview with Jacques Henric for artpress, Christine Angot discusses her latest book 'Pourquoi le Brésil?' and the backlash against her earlier work 'L'Inceste'. Angot, known for blending autofiction and confession, explains the shift in her new book: while 'L'Inceste' focused heavily on sexuality with little love, 'Pourquoi le Brésil?' inverts that ratio. She addresses the moralistic attacks she has faced, the inseparable link between her life and writing, and the distinction she makes between the intimate and intimacy. She also reflects on the decision to implicate others in her work. The interview provides insight into Angot's controversial literary practice and the societal reactions it provokes.
Key facts
- Christine Angot is the author of 'L'Inceste' and 'Pourquoi le Brésil?'
- The interview was conducted by Jacques Henric for artpress
- The interview was published in September 2002
- Angot's work blends autofiction and confession
- 'L'Inceste' was criticized for its focus on sexuality
- 'Pourquoi le Brésil?' inverts the ratio of sexuality to love
- Angot distinguishes between the intimate and intimacy
- Angot discusses the decision to compromise others in her writing
Entities
Artists
- Christine Angot
- Jacques Henric
Institutions
- artpress
Sources
- artpress —