This episode of "Death of an Artist" delves into Ana Mendieta's life, focusing on her artistic explorations in Cuba, her interest in Afro-Cuban religion, and her political activism, which led to scrutiny from the FBI. The episode also explores her time in Rome, where she challenged the status quo at the American Academy and confronted rumors of her husband Carl Andre's infidelity. Following Ana's death, the episode highlights the division within the art world, the memorial service, and the emergence of a "feminist cabal" seeking justice for Ana, as well as the counter-narrative attempting to protect Carl Andre. The episode concludes with the legal proceedings against Carl Andre.
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