Mapas elementares no. 1 [Elementary Maps No. 1]

The video begins with Geiger drawing an outline of a world map, while Buarque's song plays in the background. This juxtaposition highlights the contrast between the cheerful melody and the darker themes of censorship and violence faced in Brazil at the time. Geiger's work emphasizes that mapping is influenced by the artist's perspective, illustrated by her act of blackening the outline of Brazil on her map.

Geiger's inclusion of herself in the video serves as a reminder that the act of mapping is subjective and ongoing. The use of video as a medium allows her to capture the dynamic process of creating a map, emphasizing that it evolves with the artist's intentions and context. This piece invites viewers to reflect on the complex relationship between geography, art, and political realities during a tumultuous period in Brazilian history.