In 1974, a 23-year-old Marina Abramović decided to test the limits of the human psyche and the relationship between artist and audience. She placed on a table—including a rose, honey, scissors, a scalpel, and a loaded gun —and posted a sign informing the public they could use any object on her as they pleased for six hours. She took "full responsibility" for anything that happened during that time. Why You Won't Find a "Full Video"
It started with a rose. It ended with a loaded pistol pressed to her head and her skin cut open. rhythm 0 full video
"Rhythm 0" explores themes of passivity and activity, testing the limits of physical and mental endurance, and challenging the audience to reflect on their own behavior and responsibility. Abramović aimed to explore the boundaries between artist and audience, examining the role of the artist and the viewer in creating and interpreting art. In 1974, a 23-year-old Marina Abramović decided to