M+ Museum: Cao Fei — Digital Realms

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"Cao Fei's multimedia installations interrogate the porous boundaries between digital simulation, lived experience, and speculative futures."

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Experience the expansive vision of Cao Fei in this mid-career survey, the largest presentation of the artist’s work in Hong Kong to date. Housed at M+, this exhibition invites visitors to explore a diverse array of video works, immersive VR environments, and large-scale installations that define her pioneering practice. By charting the intersection of technology and society, the exhibition provides a comprehensive look at how digital landscapes serve as a conduit for exploring the human condition in contemporary China. Featuring iconic works such as RMB City and Whose Utopia, the exhibition highlights Cao Fei’s unique ability to merge gaming aesthetics with poignant social commentary. Alongside these celebrated pieces, new commissions and archival materials offer fresh insights into her creative process, inviting viewers to contemplate themes of labor, identity, and escapism. Join us from May 20 to October 20, 2026, to engage with these powerful digital realms that challenge our perceptions of reality, community, and the ever-evolving boundaries of the virtual world.

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