Trapped

World Graphic Design, 2004, Geoffrey Caban, p119
Antonio Mena, Ecuador, Igonos magazine cover, 2001

I wish I knew what the writing on this magaine cover says, then I might have a better understanding of what the graphic design represents. I found the design itself to be intriguing. I like the simplistic look. The fact that the man is blacked out and tied up leads me to believe that the design is about some type of oppression. Since the arrow isn't straight, perhaps this represents a conflict, being pulled in two directions. The dominance of the white arrow pointing downward makes me think that any outcome of the conflict will be negative.
If anyone knows what the magazine cover says, please post in the comments. Thanks!