For my final project, I will explore the mediation of the fascist heritage into the contemporary Italian moment; indeed, this project will contrast the monolithic reading of history envisioned by fascist ideology. The linear understanding of the past and its effects are re-visited and demystified through a path of tarot cards, which uncover the fascist heritage and its influence in the given moment. Tarot cards are part of the Italian folk tradition, both as card games and later as instrument of divination, and for this reason they are a symbol of defiance towards the technocratic ideology behind fascism. These cards will initiate different historical discourses of dictatorship and mediation, especially through their visual symbolism. furthermore, they will disrupt a linear understanding of history becoming independent chapter that challenge the conventional understanding of the past.

Questions for the group: 

Readings or cases of studies that could benefit this project. 

Are there too many ‘cards’?

Any technical aspect that could improve the project.