Amar Kanwar

Amar Kanwar is an Indian artist recognized for his poetic films and installations. Rather than following traditional documentary methods, Kanwar creates narratives that unfold gradually, using metaphor, symbolism, and lyrical imagery.

Kanwar’s films and installations often feature long silences, slow visuals, and ambient sound, inviting viewers to reflect deeply on the themes of state violence, gendered violence, displacement, and environmental destruction. Yet, they also highlight resistance, resilience, and the potential for justice through alternative knowledge and activism.

At the invitation of RHIZOMA, Amar Kanwar presents his most recent video installation for the first time in Europe.