Thu., 20.11., 18:30 – 20:00 p.m. 

Sleeping architects, yodeling shells, hyperinflation — in Julian Irlinger’s cinematic works, dreamlike elements blend with historical events to create dense image worlds that open up a reflection on visual codes and image politics. Among the central themes are the „Notgeld“ emergency money of the Weimar Republic, the mysterious death of Ludwig II, and the open-plan office as a symbol of post-war modernism.

Through a range of stylistically diverse techniques — including hand-drawn cel animation — the artist explores the narrative strategies and visual languages of mid-century animation studios, as well as the distinctive aesthetics of classic Walt Disney cartoons. Drawing on archival material, found imagery, and historical design languages, Irlinger’s works interrogate dominant historical narratives, their cultural representations, and the ideological structures embedded within them.

The artist talk offers insight into the background and development of the animations, as well as the installations Irlinger creates for their presentation. It highlights the role these elements play within his broader artistic practice, which spans film, drawing, photography, and sculpture.

Introduction: Jasmin Meinold (Curatorial Department), Fridericianum
Screening:
The Curtain of Time, 2025 (16 mm film transfer to HD, color, sound, length: 10:50 min., Loop)
Ludwig, 2024 (4K, color, sound, length: 8 min., Loop)
Fragments of a Crisis, 2023 (4k, color, sound, length: 11:30 min.)
Subsequently: Artist Talk (in German)