Tag Archives: anarchism

Anarchy and 15M

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Julius Gavroche

As 15M approaches its second anniversary, it is an occasion to reflect on its young and yet rich history, on its present, and possible future.  Far be it from us however to suggest any kind of omniscient or final judgement … Continue reading →

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Revolutions of desire: The Wingnut Anarchist Collective

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Julius Gavroche

There is no desire for revolution, as there is no desire for power, desire to oppress or to be oppressed; but revolution, oppression, power, etc., are the actual component lines of a given assemblage. Gilles Deleuze, Dialogues II David Graeber … Continue reading →

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Consumption

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Enjolras Sanchez

It was once remarked (by Guy Debord) that a society whose members are fully born within the spectacle will not have any other reference point than the spectacle itself making the prospects of a revolution unlikely. We would like to … Continue reading →

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In defence of Direct Action

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Julius Gavroche

From Solidarity Federation, the British section of the International Workers Association, an article that originally appeared in the Occupied Times of London (30/10/2012).  Direct Action, as typically understood within anarchism, is not an apology for violence, which is what it is often reduced … Continue reading →

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Anarchy’s dancing friends

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Julius Gavroche

for n.m.and a.b. for the members of the Paideia collective Ain’t many guys travel around together,” he mused.  “I don’t know why.  Maybe ever’body in the whole damn world is scared of each other.                                                                   John Steinbeck Friendship, this relation … Continue reading →

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It is all about what is dreamed: Sueños Colectivos

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Julius Gavroche

An excellent documentary about Anarchism in spain during the Civil War … but much more than that: it is a testimony of the creativity of those who sought to make real in their everyday the beauty of the anarchist utopia … Continue reading →

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The Anarchist Cinema of a Revolution: 1936-1938

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Julius Gavroche

The collectivization of the economy during the spanish republic’s struggle against Franco’s nationalist uprising would in areas under anarchist control, lead to the emergence of a collectivised anarchist film production and distribution.  The films, and the literature that speaks of … Continue reading →

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“Viver la Utopia”: Anarchism and the spanish revolution of 1936

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Julius Gavroche

A brilliant documentary about spanish anarchism during the years of the civil war by Juan Gamero (in spanish with english subtitles): Viver la Utopia/Living Utopia …

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15M: A Cartography of the Spanish Revolution 16

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Julius Gavroche

Las Palmas, ontem/Las Palmas, yesterday … a policia!!!

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15M: A Cartography of the Spanish Revolution 2

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Julius Gavroche

Kaosenlared.net (5/30/2011): Los anarquistas y el 15M: reflexiones y propuestas Algunas reflexiones sobre si tiene sentido la participación de los anarquistas en el 15M y cuales podrían ser sus objetivos. — Algunxs Anarquistas Madrileñxs

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