Tilda Swinton – Ongoing Exhibition Extended at Amsterdam's Eye Filmmuseum
The popular "Tilda Swinton – Ongoing" exhibition at the Eye Filmmuseum in Amsterdam has been extended, offering visitors more time to experience this unique presentation. Originally scheduled to conclude earlier, the exhibition will now remain open to the public through Sunday, March 15, 2026. This extension provides an additional opportunity to delve into the creative world of the acclaimed Scottish performer, artist, and fashion icon.
Explore Tilda Swinton's Collaborations
"Ongoing" offers a deeply personal look into Tilda Swinton's artistic journey, showcasing her significant creative partnerships. The exhibition features new and existing works developed alongside eight of her esteemed artistic collaborators and close friends. These include celebrated figures such as Pedro Almodóvar, Luca Guadagnino, Joanna Hogg, Derek Jarman, Jim Jarmusch, Olivier Saillard, Tim Walker, and Apichatpong Weerasethakul. Through their joint projects, the exhibition highlights the profound impact of these relationships on Swinton's diverse career.
Special Screenings and Events
Complementing the exhibition, the Eye Filmmuseum continues to host various events. Film screenings featuring Tilda Swinton's extensive filmography will run until March 15. The museum also previously hosted talks with Swinton and collaborators like Pedro Almodóvar, Tim Walker, and Apichatpong Weerasethakul, recordings of which are available on the Eye Film Player.
A special reprise performance of Bliss #2, an intimate piece that inspired Derek Jarman's final film Blue, took place on March 1, 2026. This performance, featuring Swinton, composer Simon Fischer Turner, and musician Giuseppe Doronzo, was based on improvised readings against a blue background, drawing inspiration from Yves Klein. Please note that tickets for this unique event were sold out.
Additionally, the museum presented a retrospective of British filmmaker Joanna Hogg's work, including a career discussion with Hogg herself.
Planning Your Visit to Eye Filmmuseum
For those wishing to learn more about the exhibition, the official website provides additional details at eyefilm.nl/TildaSwinton. A visual biography and comprehensive overview of Tilda Swinton's oeuvre, the "Tilda Swinton – Ongoing" exhibition catalog, is also available for purchase at the Eye Shop.
The Eye Filmmuseum is a significant cultural venue in Amsterdam, recognized for its focus on cinema, film history, and craft. To explore more about the vibrant cultural landscape of Amsterdam, you can discover other museums in the city or see what's on across Amsterdam through Musemap (musemap.art).
