A Period Piece (1991)
In this video work, Zeinabu irene Davis and collaborator Quinta Seward perform a comic rap (old-school style) about the false promises in ads for feminine hygiene products. Lampooning the classic embarrassing scenarios (getting your period at the prom, exercise class or walking down the aisle), the rap’s feminist refrain reminds us that “confidence” comes from within, not from a box or tube. —Jacqueline Stewart
Director: Zeinabu irene Davis
Runtime: 4 min
Release Date: January 1, 1991
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Period Piece about?
- In this video work, Zeinabu irene Davis and collaborator Quinta Seward perform a comic rap (old-school style) about the false promises in ads for feminine hygiene products. Lampooning the classic embarrassing scenarios (getting your period at the prom, exercise class or walking down the aisle), the rap’s feminist refrain reminds us that “confidence” comes from within, not from a box or tube. —Jacqueline Stewart
- Who directed A Period Piece?
- A Period Piece was directed by Zeinabu irene Davis.
- Who stars in A Period Piece?
- A Period Piece stars Sandra Sealy.
- How long is A Period Piece?
- A Period Piece has a runtime of 4m (4 minutes).