An Evening of Artists & Perverts

About This Event

The documentary film The Artist and the Pervert offers a profound and unflinching look into the private world of Mollena Haas-Williams and Georg Haas. Moleena, an African-American kink educator and activist, and Georg, a celebrated Austrian composer, share a life defined by a complex Power Exchange (D/s) relationship that defies easy categorization. Their partnership serves as a living canvas where the intersections of personal desire, historical trauma, and artistic expression are vividly painted.

As we immerse ourselves in their unique dynamic, we move beyond the surface of their domestic life to encounter the broader social structures that inform it. The narrative invites us to witness a delicate dance between control and surrender, set against a backdrop of racial identity and cultural difference. It is a rare opportunity to see how two individuals navigate the nuances of radical honesty while maintaining a deeply creative and disciplined bond.

Following our time spent within the atmosphere of their story, we will transition into a live discussion with the creators of the documentary, Beatrice and Renée, moderated by Andrea Rimon. This conversation aims to peel back the layers of the production process and the ethical considerations of capturing such an intimate terrain. We will delve into the film’s core themes—including the complexities of D/s, the impact of race on personal power, and the evolution of kink as a tool for liberation—allowing for a deeper interrogation of the boundaries between the public and the private.

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