CLEAN : Goddesses and witches star in British Museum show

The video explores various artworks and mythological stories that challenge traditional views of femininity and female authority. It highlights Judy Chicago's and Kiki Smith's contemporary artworks, which reinterpret creation stories and the figure of Lilith. The exhibition also examines mythological narratives from different cultures, such as the Japanese hannya mask and Aztec beliefs, where female power is often seen as dangerous. The video encourages viewers to consider diverse cultural perspectives on femininity and spiritual power, emphasizing the evolving nature of these ideas across time and cultures.

How have perspectives on female spiritual power evolved over time according to the text?

What complexities are inherent in how femininity has been viewed historically and today?

What new ideas does the exhibition hope to inspire in its visitors regarding cultural constructs?