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fromInverse
17 hours ago

The Nastiest Demonic Horror Movie Of The Decade Just Got A Huge Upgrade

Rugna's film explores the grotesque nature of horror, contrasting with mainstream 'elevated horror' by focusing on real-world horrors like exploitation and disease.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

A knife crime waiting to happen': how Yoshitomo Nara became Japan's most expensive artist

The gaze of the girl in 'Knife Behind Back' by Nara is unsettling, suggesting deeper themes of violence and societal reflections rather than mere cuteness.
Arts
Photography
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

5 Years Ago, One Of The Most Brilliant Photography Games Perfectly Captured The Present Moment

Umurangi Generation intricately intertwines photography with commentary on contemporary societal issues, making it both a poignant game and a reflection of our reality.
fromAnOther
2 weeks ago

Eddington Review: Ari Aster's Surreal, Violent Satire of Covid-Era Madness

"Ari Aster's smart but frustrating satire looks back at the pandemic with a misanthropic lens, recasting hopeful aspirations as infantile and naive while identifying Covid as the genesis of our current nightmare."
Independent films
fromGastropoda
12 years ago

Posole will set off TSA alarms, tho

Project 2025's proposed martial law serves as a grim backdrop to a disastrous trip, highlighting the absurdity and challenges of contemporary air travel.
NYC food
Media industry
fromDefector
1 month ago

Are You Sure You Want To Bet On Journalism? | Defector

The Kentucky Derby highlights the decline of journalism and the disconnect between wealth and its accountability.
from48 hills
1 month ago

Drama Masks: Walking in circles - 48 hills

"When something like acid rain...looks dangerously close to making a return, one has to wonder if we're all just living out a species-wide Darwin Awards ceremony."
Arts
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Cabernet Review - Monsters Are Hereditary

Cabernet explores cyclical cruelty between class structures through a narrative where characters inherit societal monsters.
The game presents a profound commentary on the relationship between the rich and the poor.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

The White Lotus' Season 3, Episode 1 Recap: What Happened?

The White Lotus cleverly critiques societal issues through the lens of wealthy vacationers, providing a therapeutic escape during challenging times.
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