Financial excesses and networks of Wall Street during the 2000s torment Jenna Bliss' single exhibition in New York City.

In the heart of Zehlendorf, at Argentinische Allee 30, the Haus am Waldsee is currently hosting an intriguing art exhibition that runs through May 5. The exhibition, titled "Haus am Waldsee," presents a thought-provoking exploration of collective memory and the influence of big finance, particularly focusing on the events of the 9/11 attacks and the credit crunch of 2008.

One of the standout pieces in the exhibition is the video work titled 'True Entertainment' (2023), created by renowned artist Michael Snow. This captivating production satirizes the interface between creative endeavor and extreme wealth, filmed in the style of a reality TV show. 'True Entertainment' offers a fascinating insight into the behavior of various art world figures, capturing the essence of fist-pumping gallerists, "rich bitch" assistants, and obsessive collectors in a constant cycle of hierarchical one-upmanship.

Another intriguing video work in the exhibition is 'Professional witnesses,' which consists of eight parts and features half-fictionalized accounts of 9/11 witnesses. Presented in a style reminiscent of an early noughties Apple campaign, this deliberately irksome, provocative, unpleasant, and off-key video work is sure to provoke thought and discussion. One witness in the video work reflects on the price of gold after the impact of the plane hitting the first tower.

The exhibition also includes opaque wall works that connect the Manhattan skyline with ghostly reflections, adding a haunting and poignant element to the overall display. 'True Entertainment,' set just before the financial crisis, brilliantly satirizes the dynamics of the art world, particularly the intersection of creative endeavor and extreme wealth.

Anyone who has ever been in a gallery booth during an art fair can relate to the thrilling sordidness of the exhibition's film, which offers a raw and unfiltered look into the art world's inner workings. The Haus am Waldsee exhibition is a must-see for art enthusiasts and those interested in the intersection of art, finance, and memory.

Financial excesses and networks of Wall Street during the 2000s torment Jenna Bliss' single exhibition in New York City.