LASTESIS's Feminist Manifesto 'Set Fear on Fire' Translated for Global North Audience

The feminist collective LASTESIS has released a new translation of their manifesto 'Set Fear on Fire,' introducing their galvanizing work to audiences in the Global North. This publication, reviewed by Naomi Larsson Piñeda for ArtReview on March 13, 2023, presents an angry and feminist perspective. The manifesto's core message critiques patriarchal systems, encapsulated in the phrase 'Everything the Patriarchy Touches Goes Mad.' LASTESIS is known for creating politically charged performances and texts that address gender-based violence and systemic oppression. Their work has gained international recognition, particularly through viral performance pieces. The translation aims to make their radical ideas accessible to English-speaking regions, expanding their reach beyond Latin America. The collective's approach combines art, activism, and theory to mobilize communities against injustice. Their manifesto serves as both a theoretical framework and a call to action, urging readers to confront and dismantle patriarchal structures. The review highlights the text's potential to inspire feminist movements globally by providing a shared vocabulary and strategy. LASTESIS's work continues to resonate in contexts where gender inequality persists, offering tools for resistance and solidarity.