La Suisse s’interroge

A key element in the Swiss national exhibition of 1964, Brandt’s La Suisse s’interroge can be described as an ambulatory installation presenting a series of films within the exhibition’s central sector, La voie suisse. The experience left its mark on visitors, who found their convictions sorely challenged by the Neuchâtel-based filmmaker’s critical view of Switzerland. His intention was actually grounded on a paradox: arouse a national sentiment while also shaking up a people lulled to sleep by comfort.