Wim Wenders is currently up at the crack of dawn.
In the heart of Bonn, Germany, a major exhibition titled "W.I.M. THE ART OF SEEING" is currently captivating audiences at the Bundeskunsthalle. The retrospective, running from August 1, 2025, to January 11, 2026, is a comprehensive celebration of renowned film director and artist Wim Wenders on the occasion of his 80th birthday.
Known for his critically acclaimed films like "Buena Vista Social Club," "Paris, Texas," and "Wings of Desire," Wenders' visual and narrative artistry takes centre stage in this immersive and visually powerful exhibition. The show presents a survey of Wenders' creative output beyond cinema, including his photographs, drawings, collages, and 'electronic paintings.'
The exhibition offers a deep dive into Wenders' career, featuring iconic scenes from his best-known films, rare materials from his private creative archive, storyboards, props, and behind-the-scenes documents. A special highlight is a large immersive cinematographic installation, using state-of-the-art image and sound technology, designed to let visitors experience the dimensions of his cinematic work.
Wenders himself guides visitors through the exhibition via a specially produced audio guide, sharing insights and personal reflections. The exhibition is a collaboration between the Bundeskunsthalle, the Deutsches Filminstitut & Filmmuseum (DFF) in Frankfurt, the Wim Wenders Stiftung, and other partners. After Bonn, a reimagined version of the exhibition will travel to Frankfurt's DFF museum in 2026.
The exhibition underscores Wenders as a filmmaker, visual artist, and storyteller with a unique eye for composition, solitude, and the poetic in everyday moments. It demonstrates the full range of his artistic vision across multiple media.
Interestingly, Wenders, who was previously a late riser, has changed his sleep pattern and now enjoys looking out the window in the morning, finding it nice to imagine the day as it begins from his window. Each day looks different from Wenders' window, offering a unique view that mirrors the diversity of his artistic output.
Wenders lives near Berlin, but his wide view of the landscape from his residence is not confined to the city. His work, as showcased in "The Art of Seeing," transcends geographical boundaries, resonating with audiences worldwide.
So, if you're a fan of Wim Wenders or simply appreciate the art of storytelling, make sure to visit "The Art of Seeing" exhibition before it concludes on January 11, 2026. It promises to be an unforgettable journey through the life and work of one of the most influential filmmakers of our time.
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[2] Deutsches Filminstitut & Filmmuseum (2025). W.I.M. THE ART OF SEEING. Retrieved from [https://www.filmmuseum.de/en/wim-wenders]
[3] Wim Wenders Stiftung (2025). W.I.M. THE ART OF SEEING. Retrieved from [https://www.wimwendersstiftung.de/en/wim-wenders-stiftung/aktuelles/w-i-m-the-art-of-seeing]
[4] The Art Newspaper (2025). Wim Wenders exhibition to open at Bonn's Bundeskunsthalle. Retrieved from [https://www.theartnewspaper.com/news/wim-wenders-exhibition-to-open-at-bonn-s-bundeskunsthalle]
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