The Joker's henchmen break into the museum and empty the display cases; this occurs repeatedly, again and again: finally it can be reckoned upon beforehand and becomes a part of the exhibition.
In the story "Kafka Americana" by Jonathan Lethem, a scene unfolds where the Joker's henchmen invade a museum, robbing the display cases. This act of theft happens multiple times, creating a rhythmic pattern that visitors come to expect. Rather than a singular chaotic event, the break-ins evolve into a predictable aspect of the exhibition itself.
This repetition underlines a transformation of the museum experience, where the presence of crime becomes as integral as the art it houses. The heists highlight the blending of art, chaos, and performance, challenging the line between order and disorder in the context of cultural spaces.
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