Delve into the formative cinematic work of Andy Warhol with the "Motion Pictures" exhibition. Explore his groundbreaking experimental films from 1963, including radical pieces like "Empire" and his renowned "Screen Tests" series. This presentation highlights Warhol's innovative use of film to capture his subjects and record the essence of time, offering a unique perspective on his artistic vision.
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This exhibition presents Andy Warhol's early film work from 1963 onwards, exploring his fascination with capturing time and the mechanics of film. It features rarely screened films, including "Sleep" and the "Screen Tests" series, showcasing his experimental approach to cinematic portraiture and the concept of 'motion pictures' as 'living images'.
Andy Warhol's cinematic output, often overshadowed by his painting, is explored in "Andy Warhol: Motion Pictures," focusing on his experimental films made from 1963. The exhibition highlights Warhol's early engagement with film as a tool for capturing his subjects and his fascination with the recording of time. It includes radical works such as the hours-long "Empire" and the "Screen Tests" series, where he captured the faces of friends and visitors in his New York Factory. The exhibition, made possible by the transfer of film material to DVD, allows Warhol's films to be experienced as 'living images' within the gallery space. Notable films presented include "Sleep" (1963), an extended observation of a sleeping man, and numerous "Screen Tests" (1964-1966) featuring figures like Dennis Hopper, Walter Burn, Piero Heliczer, and James Rosenquist. The exhibition also features selections from "The Thirteen Most Beautiful Boys" and "Andy Warhol's Most Beautiful Women" series, alongside silent films like "Haircut," "Kiss," "Blow Job," "Eat," and "Empire." The exhibition is presented in cooperation with The Museum of Modern Art, New York, and The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh, curated by Klaus Biesenbach. A related publication, edited by Klaus Biesenbach, was published on the occasion of the exhibition at KW Institute for Contemporary Art in Berlin.
The page mentions that admission is voluntary, and visitors can re-enter to see parts of the exhibition they missed. The last entry is permitted 30 minutes before closing time. Specific ticketing details beyond this are not provided.
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