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Christian Caliandro's 'Spazi matriarcali' Calls for Economic Change

other · 2026-04-27

In a series of diary-like entries published on Artribune, Christian Caliandro reflects on life in Turin's Barriera di Milano neighborhood during the pandemic, arguing that the local community's resilience contrasts with the unsustainable capitalist system. He advocates for systemic economic change, drawing on quotes from Georges Bataille, Jim Carrey, and Patrick McGrath. The text is part of the 'Spazi matriarcali' series and references the collective photographic project PandemicA, featuring works by Cristina Fontana and Giuditta Pellegrini. Caliandro emphasizes the importance of vibrant urban spaces for mental and emotional well-being.

Key facts

  • Christian Caliandro wrote a series of diary entries for Artribune.
  • The entries are set in Barriera di Milano, Turin, from September 25 to October 2, 2020.
  • Caliandro contrasts local resilience with the unsustainability of capitalism.
  • He calls for changing the economic system.
  • Quotes from Georges Bataille, Jim Carrey, and Patrick McGrath are included.
  • The text is part of the 'Spazi matriarcali' series.
  • References the PandemicA collective photographic project.
  • Cristina Fontana and Giuditta Pellegrini contributed images to PandemicA.

Entities

Artists

  • Christian Caliandro
  • Cristina Fontana
  • Giuditta Pellegrini

Institutions

  • Artribune
  • Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze
  • Symbola Fondazione per le Qualità italiane

Locations

  • Torino
  • Barriera di Milano
  • piazza Foroni
  • Italia

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