Rafik Greiss Debuts First Institutional Solo Show at KW Institute in Berlin

Rafik Greiss, an Egyptian artist, presents 'The City and the City' at the KW Institute for Contemporary Art in Berlin, marking his inaugural solo exhibition at an institution. This showcase combines film with monochrome photography to explore how images capture, alter, and reconstruct elements of lived experiences, alongside the interplay between memory and history. Central to the exhibition is a newly commissioned film that depicts mysterious figures traversing expansive desert landscapes, waiting for an uncertain event; this sense of anticipation transforms barren land into a space of psychological tension. Accompanied by a soundtrack from musician 7038634357, the film extends into the gallery. Additionally, photographs of solitary objects, artifacts, and deserted locations lack clear geographical or historical identifiers, prompting viewers to forge their own interpretations. Curated by Emma Enderby and Liberty Adrien, the exhibition contrasts individual memories with shared histories, focusing on what remains hidden, unresolved, or partially recalled. It will be on display in Berlin until 10 January 2027.