2 Lizards, a film by artists Meriem Bennani (b. 1988, Rabat, Morocco; lives and works in New York, NY) and Orian Barki (b. 1985, Israel; lives and works in New York, NY), depicts a surrealist view of the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic as it unfolded in New York City. In the film, two animated anthropomorphized lizards serve as protagonists, moving through a city gripped by a pandemic, extended isolation, and cries for social justice reform. It highlights the helplessness and uncertainty experienced by many at the time, as well as the unexpected moments of shared community and connection. Originally released as an eight-part episodic series on Bennani’s Instagram account, the Whitney’s presentation of 2 Lizards is its first institutional screening as a narrative film. 

This installation is organized by Rujeko Hockley, Arnhold Associate Curator at the Whitney Museum of American Art.

Generous support for 2 Lizards is provided by the John R. Eckel, Jr. Foundation.

Additional support is provided by the Artists Council. 

Exhibition Date: September 30, 2022 – February 2023

Location: On view, Floor 1 at Whitney Museum of American Art

99 Gansevoort Street

New York, NY 10014.

Hours:

Monday:  10:30 am-6 pm

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10:30 am-6 pm

Thursday: 10:30 am-6 pm

Friday:  10:30 am-10 pm

Saturday: 10:30 am-6 pm

Sunday:  10:30 am-6 pm 

This installation is located in our Lobby Gallery. Entrance to the Lobby Gallery is always free—no ticket required. Please stop in during Museum hours.  

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