The exhibition positions Munch alongside internationally recognised contemporary artists all of whose works congenial with Munch centres on existential experiences: Georg Baselitz, Louise Bourgeois, Peter Doig, Asger Jorn, Per Kirkeby, Bjarne Melgaard, Alice Neel and Erik Parker.

Today it is difficult to understand the critique that hailed down on Munch during the beginning of his career, particularly from the Norwegian press. At every exhibition Munch was mocked for not being able to paint as his artworks appeared sloppy and unfinished. Furthermore he was criticised for not applying enough paint onto the canvas. However, today many of his colleagues admires Munch for exactly his technique, that he applied exactly enough paint necessary onto the canvas. Munch knew what he was doing from the onset and he continued to do this throughout, uncompromisingly.