The Clock by Christian Marclay

July 5 – September 22, 2019

Special announcement: The Clock has been extended until September 22!

This summer only, The Polygon Gallery will be transformed into a custom-built cinema, showing a film that runs for 24-hours which also functions as a real timepiece. The Clock by Christian Marclay has been called "a masterpiece of our times" and "maybe the greatest film you've ever seen". The Clock montages film and television footage from the last 70 years, intricately edited in both its visuals and sound. Thousands of film fragments come together collaged into a full day of modern life, mirroring the experiences of our lives and unraveling a narrative that feels as if it will continue on forever.

Showing daily from 10am - 5pm, Closed Mondays.

On select Fridays, The Polygon will stay open for 24-hour screenings.
July 5
July 26
August 16
September 6
September 13

Admission is by donation.

Please note:
- The Clock is on view daily from 10am – 5pm, closed Mondays.
- Entrance to The Clock is on a first come, first-served basis.
- Once inside the installation, visitors are invited to stay as long as they like. The installation accommodates 54 visitors seated, with an additional capacity for standing room.
- Due to a limited capacity, entry to The Clock is not guaranteed.
- Visitors exiting the installation for any reason surrender seats and will have to rejoin the line for re-entry.
- Photography and the use of electronic devices is not permitted. Please silence or turn off phones.
- Only water is permitted inside The Clock screening room. No other beverages or food permitted.
- There are brief periods of nudity and strong language during The Clock. Visitors should use their discretion.

Images: Christian Marclay, "The Clock", 2010, single-channel video installation, duration: 24 hours, the artist. Photo White Cube (Ben Westoby)

Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Category: Arts | Visual Arts.

Artists / Speakers: Christian Marclay.