Lucy Walker's Waste Land - Overall Plot Summary

The video explores Vic Muniz's art project in Jardim Gramasho, Brazil, where he collaborates with landfill workers to create portraits from garbage. The project aims to transform the lives of the catadores by selling the art and using the proceeds to support their community. Through this initiative, Vic highlights the dignity and resilience of the workers, ultimately raising significant funds to aid their transition as the landfill closes. The project leaves a lasting impact on both the community and Vic, showcasing the power of art to inspire change.

What was Vic Muniz's primary goal for his project in Brazil?

• To create a new art style

• To combine art with philanthropy

• To open an art gallery

• To teach photography

Where is Jardim Gramasho located?

• Rio de Janeiro

• Sao Paulo

• New York

• Brasilia

Who is the president of the Association of Pickers?

• Isis

• Tiao

• Volta

• Zumbi

What material did Vic Muniz use to create the portraits?

• Paint

• Wood

• Metal

• Recyclable materials

Which famous painting was Tiao's portrait based on?

• The Scream

• The Starry Night

• The Death of Marat

• Mona Lisa

What was the outcome of the auction for Tiao's portrait?

• It sold for $10,000

• It was not sold

• It sold for $50,000

• It was donated

What did the proceeds from the auction help fund?

• A new landfill

• A community center

• A library for children

• A new art gallery

What significant event was announced regarding Jardim Gramasho?

• It would close in 2012

• It would expand

• It would become a museum

• It would be privatized

What career path did Isis pursue after the project?

• She became a chef

• She became a teacher

• She returned to picking

• She pursued a new career path

What role did Tiao take on after the project?

• He moved to New York

• He opened an art gallery

• He led the recycling movement

• He became a politician