Presented the exhibition on Pier Paolo Pasolini at the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco

The exhibition “Pasolini en clair-obscur” at the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco – Villa Sauber

The exhibition “Pasolini en clair-obscur” at the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco – Villa Sauber explores the influence of classical and contemporary painting on the cinema of Pier Paolo Pasolini. This exhibition brings together a variety of works, including film excerpts, paintings, drawings, installations, and photographs, from the 16th century to the present day. Additionally, works by artists who have paid homage to Pasolini are presented, highlighting his enduring influence.

Half a century after his death, the impact of Pier Paolo Pasolini continues to be felt in multiple fields. Loved, quoted, commented on, and adapted, Pasolini remains a source of inspiration for contemporary creatives. Although he primarily defined himself as a “writer,” it is through his films that he reached the wider public. Indeed, cinema played a crucial role as an amplifier of his political and social ideas.

The Comparison between Cinema and Painting

The exhibition examines the relationship between Pasolini’s cinema and pictorial art, comparing film sequences from “Accattone,” “Théorème,” and “Salò” with works by artists such as Pontormo, Pieter Claesz, Giorgio Morandi, Fernand Léger, and Francis Bacon. This dialogue between cinema and painting highlights Pasolini’s characteristic use of chiaroscuro, both as a stylistic tool and as a means to express complex and ambiguous themes.

Pasolini’s Legacy

The exhibition also highlights how Pasolini has inspired numerous subsequent artists. There are works by around thirty international artists who have worked directly with his film material or have been influenced by his work. Among them are Adel Abdessemed, Giulia Andreani, Tom Burr, Adam Chodzko, Clara Cornu, Walter Dahn, Regina Demina, Marlene Dumas, Richard Dumas, Cerith Wyn Evans, Laurent Fiévet, Alain Fleischer, Claire Fontaine, Giovanni Fontana, Jenny Holzer, William Kentridge, Astrid Klein, Stéphane Mandelbaum, Martial, Fabio Mauri, Charles de Meaux, Dino Pedriali, Ernest Pignon-Ernest, Giuseppe Stampone, Jean-Luc Verna, Francesco Vezzoli, and John Waters.

“Pasolini en clair-obscur” offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection between cinema and painting, highlighting the lasting influence of Pier Paolo Pasolini. The exhibition not only celebrates Pasolini’s work but also his ability to inspire generations of artists over time.