Räume, die
Florian Gatzweiler
A prison is a microcosm of power in which the control and discipline of inmates are central aspects. Power relations are established there through surveillance, norms and social hierarchies, resulting in a constant state of violence. This not only creates physical barriers, but also reproduces social orders that reflect the power structures of society. It is striking to note that 94% of the inmates are men.
“Räume, die” was created in collaborative work with the prison inmates. Through dialogues about structural dynamics, we tried to pinpoint male behavior in these structures. We used the personal experiences and feelings of the inmates as a basis to create images and re-enact situations. Our main aim was to highlight situations that often did not receive the attention they needed.
