The exhibition explores the psychology behind Aum Shinrikyo and their practices, which include: appropriating elements of science fiction; the syncretistic blending of religious faiths; chemical, biological and electrical experiments; and mind control its many forms – behavioural, chemical, and technological. ‘Banjawarn’ paints an eerie yet fascinating account of the mystery surrounding the bizarre sect, brought into focus by the artist’s display of found propaganda; animated cartoons, recruitment videos, songs and comics, as well as artefacts and samples from the outback site.
Gallery Central
7 February to 3 March, 2018
Western Australia
