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fromKotaku
17 minutes ago
Video games

Creepy Horror Series Rusty Lake Celebrates Its 10th Birthday With A Surprise New Game And Film

Rusty Lake challenges players with its enigmatic narratives, blending puzzles with deeply unsettling themes reminiscent of David Lynch's work.
fromVG247
1 month ago
Video games

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 mod lets you "sip wine with sphere locals" by turning every woman, animal, and door into a giant blob, while making men invisible

A modder transformed Kingdom Come Deliverance 2's world into a surreal realm inhabited by sphere-shaped characters, reversing traditional roles and creating unique gameplay.
Video games
fromKotaku
17 minutes ago

Creepy Horror Series Rusty Lake Celebrates Its 10th Birthday With A Surprise New Game And Film

Rusty Lake challenges players with its enigmatic narratives, blending puzzles with deeply unsettling themes reminiscent of David Lynch's work.
fromVG247
1 month ago
Video games

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 mod lets you "sip wine with sphere locals" by turning every woman, animal, and door into a giant blob, while making men invisible

A modder transformed Kingdom Come Deliverance 2's world into a surreal realm inhabited by sphere-shaped characters, reversing traditional roles and creating unique gameplay.
more#gaming
#art
Typography
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

These Books Are Absolutely Unreadable. That's the Point.

Humans find delight in objects designed to resemble other things, a joy reflected in both everyday items and art.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
17 minutes ago
Photography

Lost Figures! A Cinematic Drift by Frederic Murarotto

Frederic Murarotto's photo series blends charm and unease, infusing everyday moments with a surreal cinematic quality.
fromColossal
4 days ago
Arts

Through Surreal Paintings, Shyama Golden Reincarnates a Mythic Narrative

Golden's art weaves personal narratives with cultural elements, exploring themes of identity and adversity through a surreal, artistic lens.
fromBOOOOOOOM!
2 months ago
Graphic design

Illustrator Spotlight: Seba Cestaro

Seba Cestaro's work blends abstract elements with human figures, creating introspective surreal landscapes that evoke deep sensations.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Graphic design

These surreal illustrations express "the general absurdity of being alive"

Taylor Barron's art illustrates the complex interplay of identity and understanding, using vibrant surrealism to explore personal and societal themes.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
Arts

A staring contest with Will Rogan's slippery corner entities - 48 hills

Rogan's exhibition cleverly challenges perceptions of reality and time through multifaceted sculptures that suggest both emotional depth and an interaction with the viewer.
Typography
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

These Books Are Absolutely Unreadable. That's the Point.

Humans find delight in objects designed to resemble other things, a joy reflected in both everyday items and art.
Arts
fromColossal
4 days ago

Through Surreal Paintings, Shyama Golden Reincarnates a Mythic Narrative

Golden's art weaves personal narratives with cultural elements, exploring themes of identity and adversity through a surreal, artistic lens.
fromBOOOOOOOM!
2 months ago
Graphic design

Illustrator Spotlight: Seba Cestaro

Seba Cestaro's work blends abstract elements with human figures, creating introspective surreal landscapes that evoke deep sensations.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Graphic design

These surreal illustrations express "the general absurdity of being alive"

Taylor Barron's art illustrates the complex interplay of identity and understanding, using vibrant surrealism to explore personal and societal themes.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
Arts

A staring contest with Will Rogan's slippery corner entities - 48 hills

Rogan's exhibition cleverly challenges perceptions of reality and time through multifaceted sculptures that suggest both emotional depth and an interaction with the viewer.
more#art
fromPitchfork
1 day ago
SF music

OsamaSon Shares New Video for "Ref"

OsamaSon's new music video for "Ref." features surreal visuals that complement the song's energy and themes.
Graphic design
fromBOOOOOOOM!
1 week ago

"Between Dreamscapes" by Illustrator Leyla Cui

Leyla Cui's art challenges perceptions of female identity through surreal narratives about memory, intimacy, and personal transformation.
#cinema
Independent films
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Review | 'Universal Language': A trilogy of Iranian-accented tales set in Canada

Matthew Rankin's "Universal Language" blends Iranian New Wave influences with Canadian aesthetics, creating a unique cinematic experience.
fromIndieWire
1 week ago
Independent films

David Lynch Gets a Tribute, and a Bust, in Iceland: 'People Often Miss the Humanity in David's Work - They Jump to the Surrealism'

The Stockfish Film Festival in Reykjavik celebrated David Lynch's unique artistic vision and impact on cinema after his recent passing.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago
Writing

Mourning David Lynch in a City on Fire

David Lynch's works like 'Mulholland Drive' have profoundly shaped the landscape of modern cinema, introducing complexities in storytelling and emotional depth.
Independent films
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Review | 'Universal Language': A trilogy of Iranian-accented tales set in Canada

Matthew Rankin's "Universal Language" blends Iranian New Wave influences with Canadian aesthetics, creating a unique cinematic experience.
fromIndieWire
1 week ago
Independent films

David Lynch Gets a Tribute, and a Bust, in Iceland: 'People Often Miss the Humanity in David's Work - They Jump to the Surrealism'

The Stockfish Film Festival in Reykjavik celebrated David Lynch's unique artistic vision and impact on cinema after his recent passing.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago
Writing

Mourning David Lynch in a City on Fire

David Lynch's works like 'Mulholland Drive' have profoundly shaped the landscape of modern cinema, introducing complexities in storytelling and emotional depth.
more#cinema
#family-dynamics
Toronto startup
fromDecider
2 weeks ago

Stream It Or Skip It: 'Government Cheese' on Apple TV+, where a man gets divine signals as he tries to reconnect with his family after a stint in prison

The new comedy featuring David Oyelowo explores themes of faith and redemption through surreal elements presented in a prison setting.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Arts

'On Becoming a Guinea' fowl is a surreal exploration of painful secrecy

The movie explores family dynamics and unresolved grief through the lens of a Zambian woman's experience with her uncle's death.
Toronto startup
fromDecider
2 weeks ago

Stream It Or Skip It: 'Government Cheese' on Apple TV+, where a man gets divine signals as he tries to reconnect with his family after a stint in prison

The new comedy featuring David Oyelowo explores themes of faith and redemption through surreal elements presented in a prison setting.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Arts

'On Becoming a Guinea' fowl is a surreal exploration of painful secrecy

The movie explores family dynamics and unresolved grief through the lens of a Zambian woman's experience with her uncle's death.
more#family-dynamics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Silicon Valley food

Government Cheese review David Oyelowo's new drama is utterly meaningless

Government Cheese emphasizes quirky aesthetics over coherent storytelling, embodying Apple TV+'s preference for charmingly eccentric narratives.
#art-exhibition
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Sara Anstis and the "Bath"

Sara Anstis' exhibition showcases her unique style, weaving together art historical references with dreamlike scenes and a focus on materiality.
Arts
from48 hills
1 month ago

Marc D'Estout's absurdist 'domestic objects' are haikus to the uncanny - 48 hills

Marc D'Estout's exhibition at the Triton Museum showcases 20 years of sculptural work that blends surreal humor with minimalist design.
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
2 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - New Strangeness Bloom: Heather Benjamin @ Olympia, NYC

Heather Benjamin's New Strangeness Bloom exhibition explores the female experience through surrealistic self-portraits and themes of sexuality, trauma, and identity.
fromJuxtapoz
3 weeks ago
Arts

Juxtapoz Magazine - After Dark: Madison Skriver @ Enari Gallery, Amsterdam

Madison Skriver's 'After Dark' exhibition explores nostalgia and reality through surreal, cinematic-inspired paintings that evoke a haunting sense of the past.
fromJuxtapoz
2 weeks ago
Arts

Juxtapoz Magazine - A Surrealistic Survey in "Behind the Order of Things" @ YUSTO / GINER, Malaga

The exhibition explores contemporary artists' inspiration from Surrealism to challenge perceptions of reality.
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Juxtapoz Magazine - Kate Meissner "Replica" @ Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Kate Meissner's exhibition showcases her unique blend of alluring yet unsettling artwork, marking her debut at an institutional level.
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Sara Anstis and the "Bath"

Sara Anstis' exhibition showcases her unique style, weaving together art historical references with dreamlike scenes and a focus on materiality.
Arts
from48 hills
1 month ago

Marc D'Estout's absurdist 'domestic objects' are haikus to the uncanny - 48 hills

Marc D'Estout's exhibition at the Triton Museum showcases 20 years of sculptural work that blends surreal humor with minimalist design.
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
2 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - New Strangeness Bloom: Heather Benjamin @ Olympia, NYC

Heather Benjamin's New Strangeness Bloom exhibition explores the female experience through surrealistic self-portraits and themes of sexuality, trauma, and identity.
fromJuxtapoz
3 weeks ago
Arts

Juxtapoz Magazine - After Dark: Madison Skriver @ Enari Gallery, Amsterdam

Madison Skriver's 'After Dark' exhibition explores nostalgia and reality through surreal, cinematic-inspired paintings that evoke a haunting sense of the past.
fromJuxtapoz
2 weeks ago
Arts

Juxtapoz Magazine - A Surrealistic Survey in "Behind the Order of Things" @ YUSTO / GINER, Malaga

The exhibition explores contemporary artists' inspiration from Surrealism to challenge perceptions of reality.
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Juxtapoz Magazine - Kate Meissner "Replica" @ Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Kate Meissner's exhibition showcases her unique blend of alluring yet unsettling artwork, marking her debut at an institutional level.
more#art-exhibition
#home-decor
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
Graphic design

35 Eccentric Products For Anyone Whose Taste Is A Bit Off The Beaten Path

The Dali-inspired melting clock is a functional art piece ideal for surrealist art enthusiasts.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Graphic design

Say Goodbye To A Boring Home With These 34 Cool And Quirky Pieces Of Decor

The melting Dali-inspired clock is functional and appeals to fans of surrealist art.
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
Graphic design

35 Eccentric Products For Anyone Whose Taste Is A Bit Off The Beaten Path

The Dali-inspired melting clock is a functional art piece ideal for surrealist art enthusiasts.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Graphic design

Say Goodbye To A Boring Home With These 34 Cool And Quirky Pieces Of Decor

The melting Dali-inspired clock is functional and appeals to fans of surrealist art.
more#home-decor
#film-review
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
Writing

Review | We suggest you say nope to confusing Italian beauty 'Parthenope'

'Parthenope' presents a beautiful yet confusing allegory about Naples, struggling with themes of freedom, beauty, and decay.
fromVulture
1 month ago
Canada news

No One Knows What They're Doing in Holland

Holland, a thriller starring Nicole Kidman, presents a surreal suburban world where reality is questioned but ultimately doesn't deliver the expected plot twists.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
Writing

Review | We suggest you say nope to confusing Italian beauty 'Parthenope'

'Parthenope' presents a beautiful yet confusing allegory about Naples, struggling with themes of freedom, beauty, and decay.
fromVulture
1 month ago
Canada news

No One Knows What They're Doing in Holland

Holland, a thriller starring Nicole Kidman, presents a surreal suburban world where reality is questioned but ultimately doesn't deliver the expected plot twists.
more#film-review
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
1 month ago
Paris food

philippe starck places 19th-century house atop monolithic structure for french hotel

Philippe Starck's Maison Heler visually contrasts past and present, featuring a traditional house atop a modern structure in Metz, France.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Graphic design

Just 32 Things That'll Make Your Home Fun Central

Unstable Unicorns is a fun strategy game that encourages friendly sabotage among players, while the Dali-inspired clock is a creative and functional piece.
Unstable Unicorns brings friends together through strategy and humor, and the Dali clock adds a touch of surrealist art to home decor.
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

I love this artist's ingenious Super Mario optical illusion

Tatsuya Tanaka creates surreal miniature scenes using everyday objects, encouraging viewers to reimagine daily situations.
fromBerlin Art Link
1 month ago
Berlin music

Review of 'Aber hier leben? Nein danke' | Berlin Art Link

Surrealism's political dimensions are highlighted, emphasizing its inherent opposition to fascism and active engagement in resistance during times of war.
#contemporary-art
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Juxtapoz Magazine - It Feels Like the Perfect Moment to Visit "Surreal Salon 17" @ Baton Rouge Gallery

The Surreal Salon 17 showcases an overarching theme of escapism among artists, reflecting a desire to explore uncharted territories through artistic expression.
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Juxtapoz Magazine - It Feels Like the Perfect Moment to Visit "Surreal Salon 17" @ Baton Rouge Gallery

The Surreal Salon 17 showcases an overarching theme of escapism among artists, reflecting a desire to explore uncharted territories through artistic expression.
more#contemporary-art
#creativity
fromDesign Milk
3 months ago
Design

Maison&Objet Curates a World of Surreal Collectibles for 2025

The Maison&Objet fair highlights the revival of Surrealism in contemporary design, celebrating creativity as resistance to mundane reality.
fromThings
1 month ago
Graphic design

Extraordinary Things Imagined with AI

Things is an AI art project by Yashas Mitta showcasing surreal objects created with advanced text-to-image models.
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago
Berlin music

An Introduction to The Garden of Earthly Delights & Hieronymus Bosch's Wildly Creative Vision

Bosch's 'The Garden of Earthly Delights' challenges viewers' perceptions with its surreal imagery and profound creativity.
fromDesign Milk
3 months ago
Design

Maison&Objet Curates a World of Surreal Collectibles for 2025

The Maison&Objet fair highlights the revival of Surrealism in contemporary design, celebrating creativity as resistance to mundane reality.
fromThings
1 month ago
Graphic design

Extraordinary Things Imagined with AI

Things is an AI art project by Yashas Mitta showcasing surreal objects created with advanced text-to-image models.
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago
Berlin music

An Introduction to The Garden of Earthly Delights & Hieronymus Bosch's Wildly Creative Vision

Bosch's 'The Garden of Earthly Delights' challenges viewers' perceptions with its surreal imagery and profound creativity.
more#creativity
Graphic design
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Radio Juxtapoz, ep 157: Facing the Devil's Wind with Daniel Gibson

Daniel Gibson's paintings evoke surreal desert landscapes that mirror his childhood dreams and experiences.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

Kate Pritchard's playful approach to composition is anything but predictable

Kate Pritchard's background in English linguistics enriches her graphic design work, blending storytelling and creativity.
#theater
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
2 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Eric McHenry is the One "Paying the Clowns"

Britt Lower's joining the circus enriches the thematic complexity of performance art's connection to surreal realities.
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
2 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Eric McHenry is the One "Paying the Clowns"

Britt Lower's joining the circus enriches the thematic complexity of performance art's connection to surreal realities.
more#theater
#david-lynch
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

From Chris Isaak to Karen O, David Lynch's musical collaborators recount his strange, sonic mysticism

David Lynch profoundly integrated music into his artistic expression, reflecting his lifelong passion for sound and its emotional depth.
fromPolygon
3 months ago
Video games

David Lynch's influence on video games goes far beyond Twin Peaks

David Lynch's death sparked tributes from the gaming industry, highlighting his profound influence on video games and broader pop culture.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
Writing

How David Lynch Became an Icon of Cinema

David Lynch revolutionized filmmaking by challenging societal illusions and revealing hidden truths, making him a pivotal figure in American cinema.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Writing

The Beating Heart of Twin Peaks

David Lynch's 'The Return' encapsulates his artistic essence while revisiting the cultural impact of Laura Palmer, merging horror with empathy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Mark Kermode on David Lynch, a one-off visionary who was also incredibly funny

David Lynch emphasized the importance of understanding suffering for artistic expression rather than personal suffering.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

Subversive, warm and wild at heart: David Lynch deserves all his tributes

David Lynch leaves a profound legacy as a transformative filmmaker, shaping the surreal and enigmatic dimensions of modern cinema and television.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

From Chris Isaak to Karen O, David Lynch's musical collaborators recount his strange, sonic mysticism

David Lynch profoundly integrated music into his artistic expression, reflecting his lifelong passion for sound and its emotional depth.
fromPolygon
3 months ago
Video games

David Lynch's influence on video games goes far beyond Twin Peaks

David Lynch's death sparked tributes from the gaming industry, highlighting his profound influence on video games and broader pop culture.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
Writing

How David Lynch Became an Icon of Cinema

David Lynch revolutionized filmmaking by challenging societal illusions and revealing hidden truths, making him a pivotal figure in American cinema.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Writing

The Beating Heart of Twin Peaks

David Lynch's 'The Return' encapsulates his artistic essence while revisiting the cultural impact of Laura Palmer, merging horror with empathy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Mark Kermode on David Lynch, a one-off visionary who was also incredibly funny

David Lynch emphasized the importance of understanding suffering for artistic expression rather than personal suffering.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

Subversive, warm and wild at heart: David Lynch deserves all his tributes

David Lynch leaves a profound legacy as a transformative filmmaker, shaping the surreal and enigmatic dimensions of modern cinema and television.
more#david-lynch
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Dengue Boy by Michel Nieva review revenge of the giant humanoid mosquito

The novel presents a dystopian future in Argentina, blending surreal humor with sharp social commentary on capitalism and climate change.
#feminism
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Dismissed, excluded and now adored: why are women surrealists suddenly everywhere?

The recognition of women surrealists has evolved from being mere muses to celebrated artists, reshaping art history's narrative on their contributions.
fromColossal
2 months ago
Design

From Remedios Varo to Laurie Simmons, a New Exhibition Forwards a Feminist View of the Uncanny

The concept of the uncanny, rooted in psychology, explores feelings of the unknown, tension, and feminine narratives in contemporary art.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Dismissed, excluded and now adored: why are women surrealists suddenly everywhere?

The recognition of women surrealists has evolved from being mere muses to celebrated artists, reshaping art history's narrative on their contributions.
fromColossal
2 months ago
Design

From Remedios Varo to Laurie Simmons, a New Exhibition Forwards a Feminist View of the Uncanny

The concept of the uncanny, rooted in psychology, explores feelings of the unknown, tension, and feminine narratives in contemporary art.
more#feminism
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Magic Travelling Salesman

The main character provides people with crucial items they need at unexpected moments, thanks to a magical briefcase.
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago
Writing

Juxtapoz Magazine - A (Surreal) Seating For Six: An Interview with Surreal Salon 17 Winner, Amber Hart

The winning artwork at Surreal Salon 17 comments on loneliness and the facade of everyday normalcy.
fromWIRED
2 months ago
Writing

This Weird, Fleshy Novel Is Exactly What You Need Right Now

Dengue Boy is a unique exploration of climate change and genetic mutation through its bizarre narrative and vivid imagery.
fromAnOther
2 months ago
Design

This Magazine Explores What It Means to Be a Woman Artist

Tanning's painting reflects the duality of strength and fragility in the experience of female artists.
Her work, initially overshadowed by her husband's, is gaining recognition for its profound depth and uniqueness.
fromKqed
2 months ago
Independent films

Your Guide to the 2025 SF IndieFest | KQED

Chinatown nightlife is charmingly embodied by Cynthia Yee and the Grant Avenue Follies, showcasing a legacy of performance and community spirit.
fromInverse
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

5 Years Ago, A Surreal Gaming Masterpiece Reached Its Astounding Conclusion

Kentucky Route Zero explores deeper themes of human connection through a surreal road trip narrative.
Design
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

Schiaparelli Spring 2025 Couture: The Art of Provocation | stupidDOPE

Daniel Roseberry's Spring 2025 Couture collection embodies bold artistic expression, merging fashion with fine art, and showcases architectural elegance with surrealist influences.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Am I a Cyclopian monster?' How masked writer Uketsu went from asparagus videos to literary sensation

Uketsu's unique visual and narrative approach, coupled with his anonymity, captivates readers, making him a literary sensation in Japan.
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