Younés 'Le Grand Remplacement' by Ethan Graham
Rob Ulitski - 10th Jan 2020
Ethan Graham recreates the renowned Chancellor Seguier painting in the context of modern views on immigration in the video for Le Grand Remplacement.
On horseback with his shoulders covered in a cape, Younès performs to camera whilst several of his friends surround him in period costume, holding large parasols. Theatrical and dramatic, the cast turn to repeat certain phrases to the artist, before snapping back into their positions.
The Grand Replacement theory, the inspiration for the name of the track, is something much darker- a conspiracy that the white race and "Western" civilisation are being diluted by non-white immigration and low birth rates. Younès calls out and mocks this theory, as the visual slowly reveals a modern society trapped within this surreal space.
The video takes place within the setting of a canvas – nestled in a grand space that embodies the feeling and aesthetic of regal Paris in the late 1800s. The artist removes himself from the concept to confront believers of this theory, represented by two elderly men viewing the art- their expressions are nervous and guilty, as they realise that their racism and misplaced ideals no longer have a place in modern day France.
The video has proved controversial, stirring a small section of far-right viewers on YouTube - the conversation is obviously working, and is an important one to continue having.
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Rob Ulitski - 10th Jan 2020
Credits
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Production/Creative
- Director
- Ethan Graham
- Producer
- Etienne Labastie
- Production Company
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- Executive Producer
- Auguste Bas
Camera
- Director of Photography
- Sylvestre Dedise
Editorial
- Editor
- James Demetriou
Grading
- Colourist
- Richard Fearon
- Colour grade company
- BS
Agent
- Director's Representation
- M
Commission
- Label
- Belem Music
Rob Ulitski - 10th Jan 2020