Experience "What We Should’ve Said but Didn’t": Ester Geislerová’s Video Installation Exhibition at Kunsthalle Praha

Ester Geislerová's exhibition 'What We Should’ve Said but Didn’t' at Kunsthalle Praha features ten short films exploring romantic relationships and interpersonal communication limits. The artist uses acting and video installations to examine unspoken feelings and the challenges of expressing intimate emotions. The exhibition combines elements of therapy, humor, and contemporary artistic forms.

Ester Geislerová's latest and most extensive video installation, 'What We Should’ve Said but Didn’t,' is on display at Kunsthalle Praha, exploring her longstanding interest in romantic and intimate relationships. The exhibition features ten short films that examine the possibilities and limits of interpersonal communication, questioning what happens when communication becomes too difficult or painful. Geislerová, whose artistic work bridges acting and visual arts, utilizes her experience in the film environment, treating video installations as her favorite form of expression. The core of the exhibition involves a performative task where close acquaintances were asked to read letters on camera, often unaware that the monologues about romantic relationships were written by their partners. These partners were tasked with expressing long-held, inarticulate feelings, leading to catharsis when the performer discovers the author of their monologue. The project is further enriched by the performers' contributions to costumes, masks, scenes, and props, allowing them to embody characters they always dreamed of playing. Notable performers include Tomáš Jeřábek, Elizaveta Maximova, and Luděk Sobota. Symbolic elements like a knight or a mermaid appear, representing emotions and the need for closeness, inviting viewers to witness confessions and the ritual of words that alleviate internal pain. For Geislerová, this exhibition also marks a symbolic return to a space where she exhibited her diploma thesis years ago, highlighting the building's transformation into a contemporary art venue. The project also contributes to raising awareness about therapy and seeking psychological help, emphasizing that talking about feelings is normal and healthy. The audiovisual installations encourage viewers to connect with neglected or unexpressed parts of themselves, with actors liberating through words and breaking silence.

Visitors can purchase tickets for the exhibition through the provided link. Further details about ticketing are available on the Kunsthalle Praha website. The exhibition is located in Gallery 3 on the upper floor.