Bong Joon Ho Slips Us a 'Mickey 17'Mickey 17 creatively examines human nature through the lens of a non-human duplicate, showcasing emotional depth in an entertaining sci-fi context.
The Best Films to See This MarchThe film critiques modern work culture and existential meaning through the narrative of an expendable character.Bong Joon Ho explores themes of identity and duplicity within an oppressive work environment.
Bong Joon Ho Slips Us a 'Mickey 17'Mickey 17 creatively examines human nature through the lens of a non-human duplicate, showcasing emotional depth in an entertaining sci-fi context.
The Best Films to See This MarchThe film critiques modern work culture and existential meaning through the narrative of an expendable character.Bong Joon Ho explores themes of identity and duplicity within an oppressive work environment.
Flesh by David Szalay review brilliantly spare portrait of a manThe novel Flesh explores existential themes through the life of a passive protagonist, Istvan, amid life's uncontrollable forces.
The Discontents of Michel HouellebecqHouellebecq critiques consumer culture, illustrating how supermarkets reflect existential dread and alienation in 21st-century life.
What If Every Day Were November 18?Balle's novels redefine human existence through the exploration of time loops and existential reflections.
Everything is the worst in this 'Banal Nightmare'Banal Nightmare explores the chaotic intertwining of humor and dissatisfaction in life, showcasing Moddie's struggle for self-identity in a darkly humorous lens.
What Tolstoy Knew About a Good DeathAccepting mortality leads to a more vibrant and authentic experience of life.
Perfection by Vincenzo Latronico review an object lesson in hollow hipsterismThe novel 'Perfection' explores the existential dissatisfaction of a generation through the experiences of Anna and Tom, depicting life in gentrified Berlin.
Flesh by David Szalay review brilliantly spare portrait of a manThe novel Flesh explores existential themes through the life of a passive protagonist, Istvan, amid life's uncontrollable forces.
The Discontents of Michel HouellebecqHouellebecq critiques consumer culture, illustrating how supermarkets reflect existential dread and alienation in 21st-century life.
What If Every Day Were November 18?Balle's novels redefine human existence through the exploration of time loops and existential reflections.
Everything is the worst in this 'Banal Nightmare'Banal Nightmare explores the chaotic intertwining of humor and dissatisfaction in life, showcasing Moddie's struggle for self-identity in a darkly humorous lens.
What Tolstoy Knew About a Good DeathAccepting mortality leads to a more vibrant and authentic experience of life.
Perfection by Vincenzo Latronico review an object lesson in hollow hipsterismThe novel 'Perfection' explores the existential dissatisfaction of a generation through the experiences of Anna and Tom, depicting life in gentrified Berlin.
You have 303 days to catch up with 2024's most beautifully melancholic showSeason 2 of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End premieres in January 2026, highlighting the impact of time on friendships and memories.
Embracing Our Freedoms, but at What Cost?Choices bring a sense of freedom but also contribute to anxiety, particularly for young adults navigating critical life decisions.
Can philosophy help us manage anxiety? A new book suggests reading the great thinkers can calm our mindsChopra's book offers philosophical insights into understanding anxiety rather than seeking to merely overcome it.
A psychoanalyst in search of the logic of the absurdModern life is filled with absurdities that challenge our understanding and lead to anxiety, prompting a search for meaning.
A Better Alternative to Defensive PessimismExistentialism encourages embracing anxiety, contrasting with nihilism's cynicism and detachment from life's meaning.
Nietzsche on anxiety, courage and the 2024 MetsThe waiting and anxiety of a losing streak can prompt existential reflection among sports fans, questioning team identity and future prospects.
Embracing Our Freedoms, but at What Cost?Choices bring a sense of freedom but also contribute to anxiety, particularly for young adults navigating critical life decisions.
Can philosophy help us manage anxiety? A new book suggests reading the great thinkers can calm our mindsChopra's book offers philosophical insights into understanding anxiety rather than seeking to merely overcome it.
A psychoanalyst in search of the logic of the absurdModern life is filled with absurdities that challenge our understanding and lead to anxiety, prompting a search for meaning.
A Better Alternative to Defensive PessimismExistentialism encourages embracing anxiety, contrasting with nihilism's cynicism and detachment from life's meaning.
Nietzsche on anxiety, courage and the 2024 MetsThe waiting and anxiety of a losing streak can prompt existential reflection among sports fans, questioning team identity and future prospects.
Build Your Own Existential Crisis With This LEGO 'This Is Fine' Set - Yanko DesignThe LEGO build embodies the surreal acceptance of chaos represented in KC Green's 'This Is Fine' comic, creating a physical representation of societal anxiety.
Mark Armijo McKnight's Decreation' undoes the selfMark Armijo McKnight's exhibition challenges viewers to consider the intersections of eroticism, suffering, and self through the lens of philosophy.
Artist Spotlight: Andrew TsengAndrew Tseng combines absurd humor with grotesque, theatrical illustrations to explore themes of masculinity, human existence, and the strangeness of everyday life.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Tony Toscani "From Safety To Where?" @ Stems Gallery, ParisTony Toscani's exhibition explores the theme of melancholia, reflecting the intricate bond between contemporary living and existential contemplation.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Elizabeth Glaessner: The In-BetweenGlaessner's art explores the mutable nature of existence and the profound questions it produces, inviting viewers to engage with uncertainty.
Build Your Own Existential Crisis With This LEGO 'This Is Fine' Set - Yanko DesignThe LEGO build embodies the surreal acceptance of chaos represented in KC Green's 'This Is Fine' comic, creating a physical representation of societal anxiety.
Mark Armijo McKnight's Decreation' undoes the selfMark Armijo McKnight's exhibition challenges viewers to consider the intersections of eroticism, suffering, and self through the lens of philosophy.
Artist Spotlight: Andrew TsengAndrew Tseng combines absurd humor with grotesque, theatrical illustrations to explore themes of masculinity, human existence, and the strangeness of everyday life.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Tony Toscani "From Safety To Where?" @ Stems Gallery, ParisTony Toscani's exhibition explores the theme of melancholia, reflecting the intricate bond between contemporary living and existential contemplation.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Elizabeth Glaessner: The In-BetweenGlaessner's art explores the mutable nature of existence and the profound questions it produces, inviting viewers to engage with uncertainty.
"Delulu" and Defensive Pessimism Are Harmful StrategiesDelusions are irrational and cannot be easily dismissed.Motivational strategies based on optimism or pessimism can be counterproductive.Existential thinking offers a way to manage anxiety.
Review: A quiet crisis unspools in Uncle Vanya' at Berkeley RepConor McPherson's adaptation of Chekhov's Uncle Vanya features a poignant examination of ennui, identity, and unfulfilled desire amidst a gentle yet muted staging.
Out to Sea and Back With Swept Away‘Swept Away’ explores the tragic story of the Mignonette through poignant musical adaptations, reflecting on human resilience amidst existential horror.
A New Richard Foreman Play Puts a Twist on His Metaphysical PuzzlesRichard Foreman's new play marks his return after a decade, emphasizing the complexities of existence and perception.
Corrib Theatre Will Spend a Season Responding to "Waiting for Godot," but First Some Excellent GodotCorrib Theatre's staging of Waiting for Godot captures existential themes and questions inherent in Beckett's work.
Waiting for Godot in Los Altos | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading WeeklyThe essence of human existence is explored through waiting and absurdity in "Waiting for Godot."
Review: A quiet crisis unspools in Uncle Vanya' at Berkeley RepConor McPherson's adaptation of Chekhov's Uncle Vanya features a poignant examination of ennui, identity, and unfulfilled desire amidst a gentle yet muted staging.
Out to Sea and Back With Swept Away‘Swept Away’ explores the tragic story of the Mignonette through poignant musical adaptations, reflecting on human resilience amidst existential horror.
A New Richard Foreman Play Puts a Twist on His Metaphysical PuzzlesRichard Foreman's new play marks his return after a decade, emphasizing the complexities of existence and perception.
Corrib Theatre Will Spend a Season Responding to "Waiting for Godot," but First Some Excellent GodotCorrib Theatre's staging of Waiting for Godot captures existential themes and questions inherent in Beckett's work.
Waiting for Godot in Los Altos | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading WeeklyThe essence of human existence is explored through waiting and absurdity in "Waiting for Godot."
The Monkey, A New Film From Longlegs Director Osgood Perkins, Allows Us To Laugh at the Meaninglessness of LifeThe Monkey offers a darkly comedic take on death and the absurdity of life, contrasting sharply with the seriousness of its predecessor Longlegs.
Martyr!Cyrus Shams grapples with deep grief and existential questions stemming from family loss while seeking connection and meaning in his life.
The Monkey, A New Film From Longlegs Director Osgood Perkins, Allows Us To Laugh at the Meaninglessness of LifeThe Monkey offers a darkly comedic take on death and the absurdity of life, contrasting sharply with the seriousness of its predecessor Longlegs.
Martyr!Cyrus Shams grapples with deep grief and existential questions stemming from family loss while seeking connection and meaning in his life.
This AI sculpture in Miami Beach wants to have a deep conversation with you about faithLyra Drake's AI sculpture prompts discussions on faith and human connection in the context of a technological world.
EpiphaniesThe pursuit of deeper understanding often leads to existential realizations about truth and existence that challenge conventional perceptions.
How humanity moved from 'eternal' to 'bookended' time | Aeon EssaysThe recognition of death evolves from personal mortality to an understanding of humanity's collective mortality.
APA Member Interview: Russ Shafer-LandauRuss Shafer-Landau discusses his diverse early interests and how they shaped his philosophical journey and resilience in facing life's challenges.
5 Years Ago, The Most Audacious Fantasy TV Show Achieved The ImpossibleThe Good Place's finale delivers a powerful message about growth and the complexity of morality, wrapped in humor and philosophical exploration.
APA Member Interview: Skye ClearyPhilosophy can reveal societal constructs of duty and highlight the importance of personal happiness over traditional expectations.
This AI sculpture in Miami Beach wants to have a deep conversation with you about faithLyra Drake's AI sculpture prompts discussions on faith and human connection in the context of a technological world.
EpiphaniesThe pursuit of deeper understanding often leads to existential realizations about truth and existence that challenge conventional perceptions.
How humanity moved from 'eternal' to 'bookended' time | Aeon EssaysThe recognition of death evolves from personal mortality to an understanding of humanity's collective mortality.
APA Member Interview: Russ Shafer-LandauRuss Shafer-Landau discusses his diverse early interests and how they shaped his philosophical journey and resilience in facing life's challenges.
5 Years Ago, The Most Audacious Fantasy TV Show Achieved The ImpossibleThe Good Place's finale delivers a powerful message about growth and the complexity of morality, wrapped in humor and philosophical exploration.
APA Member Interview: Skye ClearyPhilosophy can reveal societal constructs of duty and highlight the importance of personal happiness over traditional expectations.
Natasha Tontey's "Primate Visions: Macaque Macabre," 2024-25Natasha Tontey's installation creatively explores human-primate coexistence through existential themes and humor while challenging reductive narratives.
The best graphic novels of 2024Isabel Greenberg's 'Young Hag' reimagines Arthurian legend with a feminist perspective, following a trainee witch on a magical quest.
In 'By Design,' A Chair Becomes A Symbol Of The Feminine Mystique'By Design' explores the desire of femininity to escape mundane human existence through surreal satire.
The best graphic novels of 2024Isabel Greenberg's 'Young Hag' reimagines Arthurian legend with a feminist perspective, following a trainee witch on a magical quest.
In 'By Design,' A Chair Becomes A Symbol Of The Feminine Mystique'By Design' explores the desire of femininity to escape mundane human existence through surreal satire.
Fleurs du MalLeonardo Pomposi combines fashion and art in a tribute to Baudelaire's poetry, exploring existential themes through his styling and direction.
Caspar David Friedrich: the racked Romantic painter who inspired Beckett and BambiFriedrich's 'Monk By the Sea' represents a turning point in Romantic art and explores themes of existentialism and abstraction.
Caspar David Friedrich's Lonely IslandsCaspar David Friedrich's art profoundly influences various cultural works, emphasizing existential themes through solitary figures in sublime landscapes.
Caspar David Friedrich: the racked Romantic painter who inspired Beckett and BambiFriedrich's 'Monk By the Sea' represents a turning point in Romantic art and explores themes of existentialism and abstraction.
Caspar David Friedrich's Lonely IslandsCaspar David Friedrich's art profoundly influences various cultural works, emphasizing existential themes through solitary figures in sublime landscapes.
Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun Are Robots In Love In the Sweetly Existential Love Me: ReviewThe film 'Love Me' explores consciousness and the meaning of life through the relationship between a buoy and an orbital beacon.
What an Insomniac KnowsSleep is a complex state, not merely an on-off switch.Insomnia reveals deep truths about human existence.Dreams challenge our understanding of reality and consciousness.
Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun Are Robots In Love In the Sweetly Existential Love Me: ReviewThe film 'Love Me' explores consciousness and the meaning of life through the relationship between a buoy and an orbital beacon.
What an Insomniac KnowsSleep is a complex state, not merely an on-off switch.Insomnia reveals deep truths about human existence.Dreams challenge our understanding of reality and consciousness.
Be Like SisyphusHopeful pessimism acknowledges life's meaninglessness while finding purpose and hopefulness even amid despair.
'Spirit House' negotiates generational worlds to transcend linear time - 48 hillsThe exhibition Spirit House explores the concepts of life, death, and spiritual connections through various artistic mediums.Curator Aleesa Pitchamarn Alexander links personal experiences of sleep paralysis to broader cultural beliefs about spirits and life after death.
Ur Kasin's All Is Blurred Captures Life's Beautiful Chaos in London Debut | stupidDOPEKasin's exhibition blends surrealism with everyday moments to explore self-discovery and existential themes through textured oil paintings.
'Spirit House' negotiates generational worlds to transcend linear time - 48 hillsThe exhibition Spirit House explores the concepts of life, death, and spiritual connections through various artistic mediums.Curator Aleesa Pitchamarn Alexander links personal experiences of sleep paralysis to broader cultural beliefs about spirits and life after death.
Ur Kasin's All Is Blurred Captures Life's Beautiful Chaos in London Debut | stupidDOPEKasin's exhibition blends surrealism with everyday moments to explore self-discovery and existential themes through textured oil paintings.
Severance Season-Premiere Recap: It's Been a MinuteInnies in 'Severance' lack agency and face an illusion of choice between suffering or nonexistence, reflecting profound themes of trauma and control.
"Sisters"The speaker grapples with loss, isolation, and the enduring bond with their sisters during a moment of existential panic.
A Family Reckons with a Father's Wish to Be Preserved Using Cryonics in "Eternal Father"The article explores themes of cryonics, mortality, and the juxtaposition of life and death through personal reflection and family interactions.
"Sisters"The speaker grapples with loss, isolation, and the enduring bond with their sisters during a moment of existential panic.
A Family Reckons with a Father's Wish to Be Preserved Using Cryonics in "Eternal Father"The article explores themes of cryonics, mortality, and the juxtaposition of life and death through personal reflection and family interactions.
Daniel Craig Cruises Mexico in Luca Guadagnino's 'Queer'Guadagnino contrasts themes of queer desire through the use of light and darkness in 'Call Me by Your Name' and his film 'Queer'.Connection in 'Queer' is depicted as elusive and self-destructive, framed against a backdrop of addiction and existential longing.
The Weeknd's Final Album? Everything We KnowThe Weeknd's upcoming album is the last under his persona and will delve into existential themes.
Cold Gawd: I'll Drown on This EarthCold Gawd's latest album reflects a deep desire for transformation, exploring emotions beyond typical shoegaze themes.
Grief is giving me this beautiful, deepening understanding': Phil Elverum on loss, new love and his landmarks of US indiePhil Elverum's music evolved from personal introspection after loss to a broader examination of life and humanity with his latest album, Night Palace.
There is magic in the world. There's something bigger': the ecstatic visions of musician Clarissa ConnellyClarissa Connelly's music explores everyday ecstasy and existential questions through a unique blend of folk and avant-garde influences.
The Weeknd's Final Album? Everything We KnowThe Weeknd's upcoming album is the last under his persona and will delve into existential themes.
Cold Gawd: I'll Drown on This EarthCold Gawd's latest album reflects a deep desire for transformation, exploring emotions beyond typical shoegaze themes.
Grief is giving me this beautiful, deepening understanding': Phil Elverum on loss, new love and his landmarks of US indiePhil Elverum's music evolved from personal introspection after loss to a broader examination of life and humanity with his latest album, Night Palace.
There is magic in the world. There's something bigger': the ecstatic visions of musician Clarissa ConnellyClarissa Connelly's music explores everyday ecstasy and existential questions through a unique blend of folk and avant-garde influences.
I am stuck in a box like Schrodinger's in GazaThe writer reflects on the existential plight in Gaza, feeling trapped in a state between life and death due to ongoing violence and oppression.
The musical at the end of the worldThe End uses the musical genre to explore themes of false hope and existential despair in a post-apocalyptic setting.
I'm nearly 80 and there's a void in my life that hobbies can't fillExistential boredom signifies a deeper crisis of meaning, not resolvable by mere distractions or hobbies.
'It's One of Those Infinite Time-Loop Situations You Might Have Heard About'Balle's novel series explores existential themes through a time-loop narrative that challenges traditional genre conventions, asking profound questions about existence and choice.
Facts vs. Feelings: Stars to ride, guys to stash, duds to fade in Week 15Fantasy managers often struggle to balance emotional decisions with data-driven choices in fantasy football.
Pointless jobs: the unbearable ennui of office life in picturesTunbjork's photography underscores the existential ennui in modern corporate culture, marked by isolation and the prevalence of pointless jobs.
I'm in my late 20s with over $5 million in the bank because of an inheritance - how should I managed such a large amount at my age?Having wealth without purpose can lead to existential dissatisfaction.A significant inheritance can create uncertainties about life direction and fulfillment.
Intense repartee: a collection of letters that the critic John Berger exchanged with his artist sonManet's flower paintings symbolize life and death, creating a tension between beauty and mortality.
A Woman Wonders If She's Human in "I'm Not a Robot"The film explores the complexities of identity and autonomy in a technologically advanced society.
Review: 'Interior Chinatown' is too weird and ambitious for its own goodThe Netflix adaptation of 'Interior Chinatown' explores themes of identity and invisibility through a humorous yet existential narrative.
Review | 'A Different Man': Sebastian Stan stars in a black comedy with flairThe film "A Different Man" explores existential themes of identity, perception, and the consequences of changing oneself.
A Woman Wonders If She's Human in "I'm Not a Robot"The film explores the complexities of identity and autonomy in a technologically advanced society.
Review: 'Interior Chinatown' is too weird and ambitious for its own goodThe Netflix adaptation of 'Interior Chinatown' explores themes of identity and invisibility through a humorous yet existential narrative.
Review | 'A Different Man': Sebastian Stan stars in a black comedy with flairThe film "A Different Man" explores existential themes of identity, perception, and the consequences of changing oneself.
"Everything Always"Life's fleeting moments prompt reflection and a desire for change, embracing the present despite the past.
Failed ElegyMany contemporary poems grapple with existential themes but often question their utility in effecting change.
"Everything Always"Life's fleeting moments prompt reflection and a desire for change, embracing the present despite the past.
Failed ElegyMany contemporary poems grapple with existential themes but often question their utility in effecting change.
The ending of 'Heretic' is intense - and ambiguous. The filmmakers break down the twist, that final shot, and Hugh Grant's Jar Jar Binks impression."Heretic" delves into psychological horror, focusing on deep existential questions about faith, existence, and the nature of belief.The film prioritizes dialogue over action, distinguishing itself in the horror genre. A24's commitment to storytelling enables the film's deeper themes.
I Love to Drive Fast, and I Cannot StopReckless driving and an unhealthy diet can increase the risk of death, raising existential concerns about personal habits.
How Spooked Should We Be by AI Ghost Stories?The viral AI podcast illustrates profound existential dilemmas about identity and reality, prompting discussions on the implications of artificial intelligence.
Poem of the week: from At the Dimensional Border by Philip FriedThe poem explores the boundaries between dimensions, challenging perceptions of reality amidst the backdrop of infinite possibilities.
How Spooked Should We Be by AI Ghost Stories?The viral AI podcast illustrates profound existential dilemmas about identity and reality, prompting discussions on the implications of artificial intelligence.
Poem of the week: from At the Dimensional Border by Philip FriedThe poem explores the boundaries between dimensions, challenging perceptions of reality amidst the backdrop of infinite possibilities.
Foxing: FoxingFoxing's album explores themes of existential dread and personal struggle, ultimately leading to little resolution.
2nd Grade: Scheduled Explosions2nd Grade's 'Scheduled Explosions' juxtaposes playful melodies with themes of catastrophe and existential dread, creating a unique sonic experience.
Foxing: FoxingFoxing's album explores themes of existential dread and personal struggle, ultimately leading to little resolution.
2nd Grade: Scheduled Explosions2nd Grade's 'Scheduled Explosions' juxtaposes playful melodies with themes of catastrophe and existential dread, creating a unique sonic experience.
Something in the Dark | Merve EmreDjuna Barnes' work explores the interplay of love, death, and the grotesque joys of life amidst profound suffering.
Some people bring drive and passion to their careers, but I am more satisfied with conducting errands with aplomb | Joseph EarpThe pursuit of meaning can be found in everyday tasks rather than conventional career aspirations.
The Bard of Turkish AlienationOğuz Atay's writings express deep existential anguish, contrasting with his relatively content and modest life as a professor and writer.
"Gloria Patri"Finding solace and humility in the mundane aspects of life reflects a deeper spiritual journey.
Following Norway's National Painter Through a Landscape of Mountains and FjordsHarald Sohlberg's profound connection to nature and existential themes distinguishes him as a Symbolist artist particularly revered in Norway, yet largely unknown internationally.
The Invader, Self-Knowledge: Four Science Fiction Films that Intuit the Human Future. Part 1: Ex Machina and Arrival.The four films explore humanity's fragile existence and the quest for connection in the face of potential extinction.
An Innovative New Time-Loop Movie Wastes Its Great Sci-Fi PremiseZoya Lowe struggles with her impending death, using time travel pills to escape her mundane life and ultimately find hope for salvation.
The Invader, Self-Knowledge: Four Science Fiction Films that Intuit the Human Future. Part 1: Ex Machina and Arrival.The four films explore humanity's fragile existence and the quest for connection in the face of potential extinction.
An Innovative New Time-Loop Movie Wastes Its Great Sci-Fi PremiseZoya Lowe struggles with her impending death, using time travel pills to escape her mundane life and ultimately find hope for salvation.
Binoche forever! The eternal allure of Certified CopyCertified Copy masterfully intertwines beauty and philosophical questions about art and reality, leaving viewers in a state of thoughtful wonder.
Introducing "Dear James," a New Advice ColumnThe article introduces a new advice column called 'Dear James,' aimed at addressing existential concerns and personal struggles that many people face.