Mill(fragment) 

Sue Coe's "Mill(fragment)" immerses us in a visceral depiction of the animal industrial complex, reflecting Coe’s lifelong commitment to animal rights and social justice. Born in England after World War II, Coe was deeply affected by witnessing animal cruelty from a young age. Here, the nightmarish scene is a harrowing blend of human and animal suffering, where the boundaries of species and exploitation are blurred. The skeletal animal form becomes a shelter, a prison, and a mirror reflecting the dehumanization inherent in factory farming. Coe once said, "My work is about bearing witness." Coe's work challenges traditional representations of power and victimhood. It questions the ethics of our consumer culture and advocates for a compassionate reconsideration of our relationship with other living beings. "Mill(fragment)" evokes horror and empathy, prompting viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about the systems we participate in. It serves as a potent reminder of the interconnectedness of suffering and the urgent need for ethical awareness.