CHRISTIAN MARCLAY

Shifting his attention to doors, which Marclay describes as “rich with symbolism . . . commonplace, yet unfamiliar,” this film comprises dozens upon dozens of scenes linked by doorways. Marclay spent years carefully selecting and splicing together these quick cuts. Whether pulled from silent films or modern-day motion pictures, they throw viewers into an endless loop of entering and exiting: One actor steps across a threshold and morphs into another actor turning a knob to leave. Each time, we are sent somewhere new, wondering whether this mesmerizing film will end or if another adventure is about to begin. In fact, Doors runs on a continuous loop, leading us on an open-ended journey through film’s limitless possibilities.

Christian Marclay: Doors is organized by Kimberli Gant, Curator, Modern and Contemporary Art, with Indira A. Abiskaroon, Curatorial Assistant, Modern and Contemporary Art.