Vilanismo: Afro-Paulistano Philosophical Concept and Ethics of Care
Vilanismo, a concept rooted in Afro-Paulistano culture, redefines the perception of villainy and social identity. The collective Co.Vil, consisting of ten members including Ramo, Daniel Ramos, and Denis Moreira, draws from African diaspora influences. Ramo, the founder, was influenced by events such as the 1922 Modern Art Week and the Carandiru massacre's 30th anniversary. Their upcoming exhibition, titled 'Os Meninos Não Sei Que Juras Fraternas Fizeram,' is set for the 36th São Paulo Biennial in 2025 and will reference works like Dogville and Conceição Evaristo's Olhos d'Água. The group also engages in weekly sessions and initiatives.
Key facts
- Vilanismo is a philosophical concept from Afro-Paulistano culture redefining the 'villain' as a political figure.
- Co.Vil (Conspiração Vilanismo) operates as a brotherhood (irmandade) rooted in African diaspora traditions.
- Installation 'Os Meninos Não Sei Que Juras Fraternas Fizeram' at the 36th São Paulo Biennial (2025) references Dogville and Conceição Evaristo.
- Brotherhood includes ten members: Ramo, Daniel Ramos, Denis Moreira, Diego Crux, Guto Oca, Rafa Black, Renan Teles, Robson Marques, Rodrigo Carinhoso, Rodrigo Zaim.
- Ramo initiated Vilanismo inspired by 1922 Modern Art Week, Mário de Andrade's Manifesto, and Carandiru massacre (1992, 111 deaths).
- Ramo created '111 Neo Ex-voto' sculptures (2022) and a Contra Manifesto.
- Atelier moved from Complexo Cultural Funarte to near Páteo do Colégio, now in Bela Vista.
- Weekly meetings every Monday since formation.
- December 2025 pilgrimage to Luiz Gama's tomb during 'Guarda-corpo' exhibition at Galeria Zielinsky.
- Daniel Ramos (Ayọ̀kàndé) started in poetry saraus and works across multiple media.
- Initiatives include Acadêmicos do Vilanismo, CuradoTRETA, Nas Horas Vagas, and Terça A Gente Vê.
Entities
Artists
- Ramo
- Daniel Ramos
- Ayọ̀kàndé
- Denis Moreira
- Diego Crux
- Guto Oca
- Rafa Black
- Renan Teles
- Robson Marques
- Rodrigo Carinhoso
- Rodrigo Zaim
- Clarissa Diniz
- Toni Baptiste
- Antônio Pulquerio
- Augusto Leal
- Guilherme Vieira
- Conceição Evaristo
- Luiz Gama
- Mário de Andrade
- Djavan
- Milton Nascimento
- Cartola
- Sueli Carneiro
- Aline Bispo
Institutions
- 36ª Bienal de São Paulo
- Co.Vil (Conspiração Vilanismo)
- Complexo Cultural Funarte
- Páteo do Colégio
- Galeria Zielinsky
- Arquivo Público do Estado de São Paulo
- Sesc Pinheiros
- Cooperifa
- Sarau do Binho
- Acadêmicos do Vilanismo
- Nas Horas Vagas
- Terça A Gente Vê
- Nacional Trovoa
- Galeria Luis Maluf
Locations
- São Paulo
- Brazil
- Vila Magini
- Mauá
- Grande São Paulo
- Bela Vista
- Taipas
- Zona Norte de São Paulo
- Feira de Santana
- Bahia
- Zona Sul de São Paulo
- Páteo do Colégio
- Edifício Panamericano
- ABC Paulista