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“Arrival of the Train” is a captivating exhibition that unites over a hundred artistic works from both Russian and international creators, celebrating the train’s rich cultural significance as a harbinger of change and progress. It delves into the multifaceted roles of trains throughout history—from transformative technological marvels to poignant symbols in art—inviting viewers to journey through time and space. Showcasing everything from the historic funeral train of Lenin to the nostalgic echoes of the Trans-Siberian Railway, the exhibition highlights the train’s enduring impact on civilization and its power as a vessel for communication and innovation, ultimately crafting a shared narrative that connects cultures and eras in a uniquely dynamic way.The exhibition is dedicated to one of the most enigmatic, mysterious, and controversial philosophers of the USSR and his famous anthology of polemical texts, The Crisis of Ugliness, which criticizes the art of the 20th century. The retrospective showcases never presented before archive documents, Lifshitz’s texts, and artworks in ten interiors, each representing a milestone in the development of modernism or Lifshitz’s thought: 10 rooms – 10 stages of Soviet history – 10 knots in Lifshitz’s biography. The project is the first large-scale analysis attempt of the tense relationship between so-called progressive art and politics in the XX-XXI century.The exhibition GASTEV. How to Work examines the profound influence of Alexey Gastev, a key figure in Soviet thought and the founder of the Central Institute of Labor (CIT). Gastev’s work in the 1920s and 1930s revolutionized labor practices through his development of scientific labor organization (NOT), blending Marxist ideology with avant-garde approaches to efficiency, biomechanics, and human-machine interaction. His theories sought to transform workers into precise, efficient elements of industrial production, reflecting the broader Soviet utopian vision of reshaping society through labor. The exhibition contextualizes Gastev’s role not just as an organizer but as a visionary whose ideas on human potential and mechanization resonate with contemporary discussions on automation and the future of work. Despite his execution during the Stalin’s Great Purge/Terror, Gastev’s legacy continues to provoke thought on the relationship between labor, politics, and the shaping of the modern human. More at http://avantgarde.center/gastev (in Russian only)Can anger and rage be justified in a world riddled with oppression and inequality? Are these emotions destructive forces or vital catalysts for social change? As democracy faces crises and populism gains ground globally, these questions have sparked renewed debate. Contemporary artists have responded, using their work to navigate and challenge the pressing issues of our time. The exhibition ‘Time for Outrage!’ in Düsseldorf explores these questions through six thematic blocks: Right-wing Shift, Trumpism, Protest, Postcolonialism, Feminism, and Discrimination. Across a diverse range of mediums — including installations, drawings, paintings, sculptures, photography, and video art — 40 international artists immerse viewers in the visceral realms of protest, social dissent, and public anger. The exhibition doesn’t just present anger as a raw emotion; it portrays it as a vehicle for dialogue, resistance, and empowerment in the face of systemic injustice. A substantial portion of the works on display come from the collection of entrepreneur and collector Florian Peters-Messer, whose commitment to socially engaged art amplifies the urgent messages these pieces convey.The exhibition Augury of Cosmos showcases the innovative works of contemporary artists, who masterfully blend traditional techniques with modern themes to explore the complexities of human experience. Through a diverse array of mediums, including painting and installation, viewers engage with the interplay of memory, identity, and the passage of time. Thought-provoking pieces challenge conventional narratives, encouraging a dialogue between the past and present. This exhibition not only highlights unique artistic vision but also serves as a reflection on the broader cultural landscape, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the evolution of contemporary art.
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Arts and Politics

The guided tour films in this collection explore the vibrant interplay between artistic expression and political discourse, highlighting exhibitions that confront social critique, resistance, and dialogue. Showcasing works that engage with pressing contemporary issues, they illuminate art’s powerful role as a catalyst for transformative change.

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Trumpism
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Trumpism

Germany 2020 33
Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias
Cartoonmuseum Basel – Centre for Narrative Art

Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias

Switzerland 2019 41
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Valérie Favre & Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Valérie Favre & Carina Plath

Germany 2020 34
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Jean-Pascal Flavien & Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Jean-Pascal Flavien & Carina Plath

Germany 2020 31
Clemens von Wedemeyer – Mehrheiten [Majorities]
Gallery for Contemporary Art Leipzig (GfZK)

Clemens von Wedemeyer – Mehrheiten [Majorities]

Germany 2019 27
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour

Germany 2024 43
CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies
Kunstverein am Rosa–Luxemburg–Platz

CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies

Germany 2024 54
Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994
Academy of Arts, Berlin

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994

Germany 2018 56
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Protest
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Protest

Germany 2020 24
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs

Germany 2024 25

Cultural Discourses in the GDR

These films examine the cultural landscape(s) of the GDR, revealing how art, architecture, literature, and media shaped societal narratives and identity. Highlighting exhibitions that address censorship, propaganda, and state control, these films showcase the diverse voices and creative expressions that emerged within this complex political framework.

Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979
Bauhaus Dessau Foundation

Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979

Germany 2020 84
CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies
Kunstverein am Rosa–Luxemburg–Platz

CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies

Germany 2024 54
Maya Schweizer – Voices
Museum Villa Stuck

Maya Schweizer – Voices

Germany 2020 43

Dimensions of Festivity

This collection reflects on the multifaceted nature of festivity, exploring how cultural events and artistic expressions foster community connections and shared experiences. Highlighting rituals, performances, and celebrations, these films reveal the transformative power of festivity in shaping identity, memory, and social cohesion.

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994
Academy of Arts, Berlin

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994

Germany 2018 56
Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction
The Wuerttemberg Art Association Stuttgart

Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction

Germany 2020
Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]
KOW Berlin

Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]

Germany 2018 37
CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies
Kunstverein am Rosa–Luxemburg–Platz

CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies

Germany 2024 54

Architecture and Society

Exploring the intricate relationship between architecture and society, this collection focuses on how built environments reflect and shape political ideologies and power dynamics. Highlighting exhibitions that address urban planning, social housing, and public space, these films reveal architecture's role in influencing community identities and political discourse.

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Jean-Pascal Flavien & Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Jean-Pascal Flavien & Carina Plath

Germany 2020 31
CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies
Kunstverein am Rosa–Luxemburg–Platz

CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies

Germany 2024 54
Anthropocene Island. The Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2017
Estonian Museum of Architecture

Anthropocene Island. The Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2017

Estonia 2017 68
Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979
Bauhaus Dessau Foundation

Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979

Germany 2020 84

Communities and Collective Identities

This collection of guided tour films highlights the role of art and culture in fostering social bonds. By addressing themes such as belonging, migration, and cultural heritage, these films reveal how shared experiences and collective narratives shape individual identities and inspire a sense of social cohesion.

Katrin Nenasheva. Between Here and There: Stories of City Isolations
GROUND Solyanka (formerly Solyanka State Gallery)

Katrin Nenasheva. Between Here and There: Stories of City Isolations

Russia 2017 50
Maya Schweizer – Voices
Museum Villa Stuck

Maya Schweizer – Voices

Germany 2020 43
Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction
The Wuerttemberg Art Association Stuttgart

Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction

Germany 2020
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Carina Plath

Germany 2020 34
Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias
Cartoonmuseum Basel – Centre for Narrative Art

Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias

Switzerland 2019 41
Clemens von Wedemeyer – Mehrheiten [Majorities]
Gallery for Contemporary Art Leipzig (GfZK)

Clemens von Wedemeyer – Mehrheiten [Majorities]

Germany 2019 27
Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994
Academy of Arts, Berlin

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994

Germany 2018 56
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Discrimination
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Discrimination

Germany 2020 24
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Introduction
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Introduction

Germany 2020 27
CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies
Kunstverein am Rosa–Luxemburg–Platz

CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies

Germany 2024 54

Cultural Landscapes of the Soviet Era

These guided tour films investigate the cultural landscapes of the Soviet era, revealing how art, architecture, and public spaces reflected the complexities of ideology and everyday life. By showcasing exhibitions that explore themes of propaganda, social realism, and resistance, the films illuminate the ways cultural expressions shaped and were shaped by the political climate of the time.

Revolved Revolutions. On the Occasion of Centenary of the Great October Socialist Revolution
The State Museum of Oriental Art

Revolved Revolutions. On the Occasion of Centenary of the Great October Socialist Revolution

Russia 2017 47
KOMAR & MELAMID
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

KOMAR & MELAMID

Russia 2019 135
Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias
Cartoonmuseum Basel – Centre for Narrative Art

Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias

Switzerland 2019 41
Nissky. Horizon
The Institute of Russian Realist Art (IRRA)

Nissky. Horizon

Russia 2018 56
Implicit Modernism. Roman Babichev’s Collection. Part II.
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Implicit Modernism. Roman Babichev’s Collection. Part II.

Russia 2017 95
CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies
Kunstverein am Rosa–Luxemburg–Platz

CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies

Germany 2024 54
If our soup can could speak: Mikhail Lifshitz and the Soviet Sixties
Garage Museum of Contemporary Art

If our soup can could speak: Mikhail Lifshitz and the Soviet Sixties

Russia 2018 59
Alexander Grinberg. Movement. 1920s
Multimedia Art Museum Moscow

Alexander Grinberg. Movement. 1920s

Russia 2019 53
Augury of Cosmos
The National Centre for Contemporary Arts (NCCA)

Augury of Cosmos

Russia 2018 78
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs

Germany 2024 25

Individual and Collective Crises

This collection examines the interplay between individual and collective crises, showcasing how art responds to and reflects societal upheaval. Highlighting exhibitions that explore themes of trauma, resilience, and social change, the films reveal how artistic reflection can articulate personal struggles while also addressing broader societal challenges and transformations.

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994
Academy of Arts, Berlin

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994

Germany 2018 56
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Carina Plath

Germany 2020 34
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Valérie Favre & Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Valérie Favre & Carina Plath

Germany 2020 34
Haim Sokol. Testimony
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Haim Sokol. Testimony

Russia 2018 90
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Paula Schwerdtfeger
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Paula Schwerdtfeger

Germany 2020 34
Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]
KOW Berlin

Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]

Germany 2018 37
Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias
Cartoonmuseum Basel – Centre for Narrative Art

Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias

Switzerland 2019 41
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Right-wing Shift
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Right-wing Shift

Germany 2020 32
Klaus Staeck. Sand for the Gears
Museum Folkwang

Klaus Staeck. Sand for the Gears

Germany 2018 55
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Jean-Pascal Flavien & Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Jean-Pascal Flavien & Carina Plath

Germany 2020 31

Documentation and Staging: Reality vs. Representation

This collection interrogates the tension between documentation and staging, exploring how reality is constructed and represented in art and culture. By highlighting exhibitions that examine the notions of authenticity, performance, and the politics of representation, the films reveal the complexities of truth and challenge viewers to reconsider their perceptions of reality.

Maya Schweizer – Voices
Museum Villa Stuck

Maya Schweizer – Voices

Germany 2020 43
Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction
The Wuerttemberg Art Association Stuttgart

Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction

Germany 2020
Human Condition. Session III. “Time And Senses”: Trauma, Memory, Oblivion, Knowledge. Exhibition “The Haunted House”
The Ekaterina Cultural Foundation

Human Condition. Session III. “Time And Senses”: Trauma, Memory, Oblivion, Knowledge. Exhibition “The Haunted House”

Russia 2018 95
Vladimir Bogdanov. Retrospective. Part of “The Classics of Russian Photography” Program
Multimedia Art Museum Moscow

Vladimir Bogdanov. Retrospective. Part of “The Classics of Russian Photography” Program

Russia 2017 80
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour

Germany 2024 43
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs

Germany 2024 25

Cultures of Remembrance and Perception of Time

This film collection explores how art reflects and shapes our perception of time and memory. By focusing on exhibitions that delve into history, nostalgia, and the passage of time, the films reveal how cultural narratives influence our understanding of the past and its impact on our present and future.

Klaus Staeck. Sand for the Gears
Museum Folkwang

Klaus Staeck. Sand for the Gears

Germany 2018 55
Maya Schweizer – Voices
Museum Villa Stuck

Maya Schweizer – Voices

Germany 2020 43
Vasily Ulitin. Elegy
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Vasily Ulitin. Elegy

Russia 2018 63
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour

Germany 2024 43
History of the Photo Club “Riga”
Latvian Museum of Photography

History of the Photo Club “Riga”

Latvia 2017 45
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs

Germany 2024 25
Haim Sokol. Testimony
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Haim Sokol. Testimony

Russia 2018 90
Human Condition. Session III. “Time And Senses”: Trauma, Memory, Oblivion, Knowledge. Exhibition “The Haunted House”
The Ekaterina Cultural Foundation

Human Condition. Session III. “Time And Senses”: Trauma, Memory, Oblivion, Knowledge. Exhibition “The Haunted House”

Russia 2018 95
Augury of Cosmos
The National Centre for Contemporary Arts (NCCA)

Augury of Cosmos

Russia 2018 78
Raqs Media Collective. Everything Else is Ordinary
K21, Art Collection Nordrhein-Westfalen

Raqs Media Collective. Everything Else is Ordinary

Germany 2018 97

Censorship, Underground Scenes, and Counterculture

Artistic expression thrives in the face of censorship, birthing vibrant underground scenes and countercultural movements. These guided tour films unveil how art becomes a powerful tool for challenging dominant narratives and political oppression. They reveal how censorship paradoxically fuels innovative forms of expression, offering insight into the dynamic interplay between power structures and artistic subversion.

Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]
KOW Berlin

Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]

Germany 2018 37
Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994
Academy of Arts, Berlin

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994

Germany 2018 56
Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias
Cartoonmuseum Basel – Centre for Narrative Art

Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias

Switzerland 2019 41
“A” fell down, “B” is gone. Glossary of Soviet censorship. Censorship practices in the USSR from the first to the last day of the Soviet authorities
International Memorial Association

“A” fell down, “B” is gone. Glossary of Soviet censorship. Censorship practices in the USSR from the first to the last day of the Soviet authorities

Russia 2019 66
If our soup can could speak: Mikhail Lifshitz and the Soviet Sixties
Garage Museum of Contemporary Art

If our soup can could speak: Mikhail Lifshitz and the Soviet Sixties

Russia 2018 59
“Heart of a Dog” : Adventures of a Banned Book. A Monstrous Story
International Memorial Association

“Heart of a Dog” : Adventures of a Banned Book. A Monstrous Story

Russia 2019 75

Eastern Europe and Its Discourses

This collection of guided tour films offers a nuanced exploration of Eastern European art, cultures and identity in the era of globalization. The films illuminate how artists and cultural practitioners from the region grapple with complex historical legacies, shifting political landscapes, and evolving cultural narratives.

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour

Germany 2024 43
CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies
Kunstverein am Rosa–Luxemburg–Platz

CLUBS of the FUTURE. Common Spaces in Transitional Societies

Germany 2024 54
Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994
Academy of Arts, Berlin

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994

Germany 2018 56
“Heart of a Dog” : Adventures of a Banned Book. A Monstrous Story
International Memorial Association

“Heart of a Dog” : Adventures of a Banned Book. A Monstrous Story

Russia 2019 75
GASTEV. How to Work
Na Shabolovke Gallery / Avant-Garde Museum

GASTEV. How to Work

Russia 2019 66
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs

Germany 2024 25
Mikhail Grachev. Soviet Daily Life. 1930s—1960s
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Mikhail Grachev. Soviet Daily Life. 1930s—1960s

Russia 2019 62
Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]
KOW Berlin

Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]

Germany 2018 37
If our soup can could speak: Mikhail Lifshitz and the Soviet Sixties
Garage Museum of Contemporary Art

If our soup can could speak: Mikhail Lifshitz and the Soviet Sixties

Russia 2018 59
From Kerenkа to Sovznak: Money and Revolution
The History of Money Museum of GOZNAK

From Kerenkа to Sovznak: Money and Revolution

Russia 2017 38

The Sound of Independence: Alternative and Indie Music

Exploring the soundscape of independence, this collection of guided tour films highlights alternative and indie music as powerful expressions of identity and resistance. Through exhibitions that examine the cultural and political contexts of grassroots movements, these films illuminate how music fosters community, challenges societal norms, and articulates aspirations for transformative change.

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994
Academy of Arts, Berlin

Notes from the Underground. Art and Alternative Music in Eastern Europe 1968-1994

Germany 2018 56
Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]
KOW Berlin

Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]

Germany 2018 37
Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction
The Wuerttemberg Art Association Stuttgart

Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction

Germany 2020

Language as a Tool for Cultural Critique

Language emerges as a powerful tool for cultural critique in this collection of guided tour films, showcasing how artistic expressions wield words to challenge dominant narratives and societal norms. Through exhibitions that dive into themes of identity, power, and representation, these films illuminate the transformative potential of language, revealing its ability to foster critical awareness.

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour

Germany 2024 43
“Heart of a Dog” : Adventures of a Banned Book. A Monstrous Story
International Memorial Association

“Heart of a Dog” : Adventures of a Banned Book. A Monstrous Story

Russia 2019 75
Raqs Media Collective. Everything Else is Ordinary
K21, Art Collection Nordrhein-Westfalen

Raqs Media Collective. Everything Else is Ordinary

Germany 2018 97
“Your Feedback is Very Important for Us”
The New Wing of the Gogol House

“Your Feedback is Very Important for Us”

Russia 2018 47
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs

Germany 2024 25

Colonization and the Politics of Representation

This collection of guided tour films critically examines the themes of colonization and the politics of representation, revealing how artistic expressions reflect and challenge historical narratives shaped by colonial power dynamics. Through a series of powerful exhibitions, the films explore how artists confront the legacies of colonialism, offering diverse perspectives that illuminate the complexities of identity and cultural memory.

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Postcolonialism
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Postcolonialism

Germany 2020 36
Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction
The Wuerttemberg Art Association Stuttgart

Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction

Germany 2020
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Introduction
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Introduction

Germany 2020 27
When I see the future, I close my eyes: Chapter II
Zilberman Gallery

When I see the future, I close my eyes: Chapter II

Germany 2023 45

Collective Memory and Historical Narratives

This collection showcases art that reinterprets historical events and cultural legacies. Themes include the construction of shared narratives, the role of trauma in collective consciousness, and the tensions between personal and communal memory, highlighting how artistic practices can reshape our understanding of history.

KOMAR & MELAMID
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

KOMAR & MELAMID

Russia 2019 135
Only by faith! On the occasion of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation
The State Museum of Religion History

Only by faith! On the occasion of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation

Russia 2017 62
Haim Sokol. Testimony
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Haim Sokol. Testimony

Russia 2018 90
Agitprop Trains
Na Shabolovke Gallery / Avant-Garde Museum

Agitprop Trains

Russia 2018 55
Klaus Staeck. Sand for the Gears
Museum Folkwang

Klaus Staeck. Sand for the Gears

Germany 2018 55
Revolved Revolutions. On the Occasion of Centenary of the Great October Socialist Revolution
The State Museum of Oriental Art

Revolved Revolutions. On the Occasion of Centenary of the Great October Socialist Revolution

Russia 2017 47
Maya Schweizer – Voices
Museum Villa Stuck

Maya Schweizer – Voices

Germany 2020 43
“A” fell down, “B” is gone. Glossary of Soviet censorship. Censorship practices in the USSR from the first to the last day of the Soviet authorities
International Memorial Association

“A” fell down, “B” is gone. Glossary of Soviet censorship. Censorship practices in the USSR from the first to the last day of the Soviet authorities

Russia 2019 66

Technological Influence on Human Experience

This collection delves into the profound impact of technology on human experience. It features artworks that explore the impact progress has on humanity. By examining the interplay between humanity and technology, these exhibitions highlight how innovation influences perception, culture, and societal norms.

When I see the future, I close my eyes: Chapter II
Zilberman Gallery

When I see the future, I close my eyes: Chapter II

Germany 2023 45
BIG D@T@! BIG MON€Y!
HALLE 14 – Centre for Сontemporary Art

BIG D@T@! BIG MON€Y!

Germany 2020 55
Train Arrival
The Ekaterina Cultural Foundation

Train Arrival

Russia 2018 56
Anthropocene Island. The Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2017
Estonian Museum of Architecture

Anthropocene Island. The Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2017

Estonia 2017 68

Redefining Tradition: Groundbreaking Art

This collection of guided tours examines how artists and curators reinterpret cultural heritage, merging old legacy with modern themes. Viewers will discover innovative and diverse narratives that challenge conventional perspectives. Each tour fosters a deeper understanding of the dynamic relationship between past and present, history and momentum.

Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979
Bauhaus Dessau Foundation

Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979

Germany 2020 84
Implicit Modernism. Roman Babichev’s Collection. Part II.
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Implicit Modernism. Roman Babichev’s Collection. Part II.

Russia 2017 95
Implicit Modernism. Roman Babichev’s Collection.  Part I.
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Implicit Modernism. Roman Babichev’s Collection. Part I.

Russia 2017 123
Alexander Grinberg. Movement. 1920s
Multimedia Art Museum Moscow

Alexander Grinberg. Movement. 1920s

Russia 2019 53

Legacy and Impact: Individuals as Catalysts for Change

Films in this collection highlight the transformative power of individual action throughout history. Themes of personal impact, activism, and innovation are vividly portrayed through a diverse array of mediums, artefacts and narratives. Each exhibition showcases how visionary figures have sparked movements, reshaped tradition, and influenced future generations, emphasizing the impact of personal agency.

Vladimir Bogdanov. Retrospective. Part of “The Classics of Russian Photography” Program
Multimedia Art Museum Moscow

Vladimir Bogdanov. Retrospective. Part of “The Classics of Russian Photography” Program

Russia 2017 80
Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979
Bauhaus Dessau Foundation

Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979

Germany 2020 84
Klaus Staeck. Sand for the Gears
Museum Folkwang

Klaus Staeck. Sand for the Gears

Germany 2018 55

Art and Conflict: The Human Condition in War

These films explores the complex interplay between art and the realities of human suffering during war. Themes include resilience, loss, trauma, and the quest for peace, featuring powerful visual narratives and artistic interpretations. The exhibitions challenge viewers to confront the emotional and psychological impacts of conflict, illuminating the profound human condition amid chaos.

Haim Sokol. Testimony
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Haim Sokol. Testimony

Russia 2018 90

Humans and Nature: Artistic Representation

In an era when the conversation about humanity’s impact on nature is urgent, it's crucial to understand the ever-changing relationship between humans and the natural world. These exhibitions challenge our perceptions of nature and its creative representation in art while prompting dialogues about sustainability and coexistence.

Anthropocene Island. The Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2017
Estonian Museum of Architecture

Anthropocene Island. The Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2017

Estonia 2017 68
Nautilus – Snails, Shells, and Mollusks in Photography
Alfred Ehrhardt Foundation

Nautilus – Snails, Shells, and Mollusks in Photography

Germany 2018 68
Nicholas Roerich. Sanctuaries and Citadels
The State Museum of Oriental Art ― Roerichs Museum

Nicholas Roerich. Sanctuaries and Citadels

Russia 2018 108
Augury of Cosmos
The National Centre for Contemporary Arts (NCCA)

Augury of Cosmos

Russia 2018 78

Artistic Expression in the Age of Data: Digital Spaces and Online Identities

This collection addresses the pressing contemporary issues of digital life, examining how artists respond to the complexities of identity formation in an increasingly data-driven society. It explores the relevance of digital spaces in shaping perceptions of self, community, and cultural narratives, urging a critical dialogue on authenticity, surveillance, and the cultural implications of our interconnected existence.

Clemens von Wedemeyer – Mehrheiten [Majorities]
Gallery for Contemporary Art Leipzig (GfZK)

Clemens von Wedemeyer – Mehrheiten [Majorities]

Germany 2019 27

Art as Activism: Creative Responses to Contemporary Issues

This collection sheds light on creative responses to pressing social and political issues in the modern world. Matters like inequality, feminism, marginalised communities, climate change are explored through artworks that inspire action. Artists express the urgency of change, highlighting the role of creativity as a catalyst for action and dialogue in contemporary society. BIG D@T@! BIG MON€Y! Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment] HOW TO SURVIVE – Art as Survival Strategy" Allows to include a wide range of existing and future films that tackle relevant topics whether it's climate change, feminism etc

Anthropocene Island. The Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2017
Estonian Museum of Architecture

Anthropocene Island. The Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2017

Estonia 2017 68
Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]
KOW Berlin

Tobias Zielony. Maskirovka [Concealment]

Germany 2018 37
Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias
Cartoonmuseum Basel – Centre for Narrative Art

Victoria Lomasko. Other Russias

Switzerland 2019 41
BIG D@T@! BIG MON€Y!
HALLE 14 – Centre for Сontemporary Art

BIG D@T@! BIG MON€Y!

Germany 2020 55

Cultural Shifts and Pivotal Historical Periods

This collection examines the impact of transformative societal changes and key historical moments. These films explore how pivotal periods shape cultures and communities. Viewers can engage with narratives that redefine history and illuminate the forces that drive societal evolution.

Revolved Revolutions. On the Occasion of Centenary of the Great October Socialist Revolution
The State Museum of Oriental Art

Revolved Revolutions. On the Occasion of Centenary of the Great October Socialist Revolution

Russia 2017 47
Only by faith! On the occasion of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation
The State Museum of Religion History

Only by faith! On the occasion of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation

Russia 2017 62
Mikhail Grachev. Soviet Daily Life. 1930s—1960s
Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

Mikhail Grachev. Soviet Daily Life. 1930s—1960s

Russia 2019 62
Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979
Bauhaus Dessau Foundation

Bauhaus – Shanghai – Stalinallee – Ha-Neu. The life of architect Richard Paulick, 1903­–1979

Germany 2020 84
From Kerenkа to Sovznak: Money and Revolution
The History of Money Museum of GOZNAK

From Kerenkа to Sovznak: Money and Revolution

Russia 2017 38
Alexander Grinberg. Movement. 1920s
Multimedia Art Museum Moscow

Alexander Grinberg. Movement. 1920s

Russia 2019 53

Audience Engagement and Participation Art

Discover our collection of guided exhibition tours focusing on participatory art. These tours examine how contemporary artists invite viewers to become active participants, blurring the lines between creator and observer. The tours highlight immersive installations and interactive works that challenge perceptions and reflect creative collaborations between artists and their audience.

Katrin Nenasheva. Between Here and There: Stories of City Isolations
GROUND Solyanka (formerly Solyanka State Gallery)

Katrin Nenasheva. Between Here and There: Stories of City Isolations

Russia 2017 50
“Your Feedback is Very Important for Us”
The New Wing of the Gogol House

“Your Feedback is Very Important for Us”

Russia 2018 47
Museum Choreography
Tartu Art Museum

Museum Choreography

Estonia 2018 53

❏ Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser (all episodes)

Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction
The Wuerttemberg Art Association Stuttgart

Actually, the Dead Are Not Dead. Una forma de ser. | Introduction

Germany 2020

❏ HOW TO SURVIVE – Art as Survival Strategy (all episodes)

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Jean-Pascal Flavien & Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Jean-Pascal Flavien & Carina Plath

Germany 2020 31
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Paula Schwerdtfeger
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Paula Schwerdtfeger

Germany 2020 34
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Carina Plath

Germany 2020 34
HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Valérie Favre & Carina Plath
Sprengel Museum Hannover

HOW TO SURVIVE ― Art as Survival Strategy | with Valérie Favre & Carina Plath

Germany 2020 34

❏ Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats (all episodes)

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Immersive Artist Tour

Germany 2024 43
Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs
The art museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen

Sergiy Bratkov. My Brother’s Cats | Curatorial Introduction with Annegret Laabs

Germany 2024 25

❏ TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger (all episodes)

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Right-wing Shift
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Right-wing Shift

Germany 2020 32
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Feminism
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Feminism

Germany 2020 23
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Trumpism
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Trumpism

Germany 2020 33
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Protest
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Protest

Germany 2020 24
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Introduction
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Introduction

Germany 2020 27
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Postcolonialism
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Postcolonialism

Germany 2020 36
TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Discrimination
Museum Kunstpalast

TIME FOR OUTRAGE! Art in Times of Social Anger | Discrimination

Germany 2020 24

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