Realpolitik: Caricatural Portraits of Italian Politicians at Nuovo Cinema Palazzo

A photographic exhibition titled "Realpolitik" at Nuovo Cinema Palazzo in Rome's San Lorenzo district features larger-than-life portraits of prominent Italian politicians. The images, captured by photographers Luca Santese and Marco P. Valli of the Cesura collective during rallies, demonstrations, and public events, offer unflattering, candid, and caricatural depictions of political figures. The project is ongoing, with the exhibition serving as one installment. According to the artists, the aim is to document significant political phenomena through independent publications and photographic shows, providing a critical-satirical perspective. The exhibition runs from November 5 to 9, 2019, closing with a "Real Politik Closing Party" on Saturday, November 9, from 6 PM to midnight, featuring musical performances by Malclango, Zotrio, Killing a Cloud, and The NooM, curated by the Roman collective Cuercia. Visitors can wear masks of Italian politicians to become part of the installation.