Consequently, we will see surprising connections and gain new perspectives of the respective works, and – if we let it – also on our own lives. The direct (audio-)visual interplay between Munch’s art and Flaubert’s texts provides us with the opportunity to make up our own stories. The painting is exhibited in close proximity to a wedding scene in the Madame B video installation showing newlywed Emma B – ruefully and in desperation – moving amongst the guests, who are busily occupied gossiping about her. The Wedding of a Bohemian, one of Munch’s great works, provides a good example of failed communication: the bride is isolated in her loneliness despite being surrounded by seven men. Loneliness is often caused by a lack of communication and manifests itself through a socially awkward exchange of sideways glances. The different halls of the exhibition are linked to themes surrounding the subject of social loneliness and the cinematic form of expression. The installation comprises eight video installations together with around 75 of Munch’s works – both well-known works as well as rarely exhibited paintings and graphic works. Through this confrontation, we are challenged to reflect upon how we view one another in social contexts. By juxtaposing Edvard Munch’s works and the video installations, the modernity of Munch’s works is brought into focus. Madame B is a modern interpretation of Flaubert’s 1856 novel. Madame B (2014) has been created by Michelle Williams Gamaker together with the internationally renowned culture theorist, artist and curator Mieke Bal, who is also curator of this exhibition. For the first time, the works of Edvard Munch are being exhibited together with a comprehensive video installation.
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