‘Swept Away’ explores the tragic story of the Mignonette through poignant musical adaptations, reflecting on human resilience amidst existential horror.
Introducing "Dear James," a New Advice Column
The article introduces a new advice column called 'Dear James,' aimed at addressing existential concerns and personal struggles that many people face.
Alley/Hobo: A Short Play on Bears v. Patriots
In life, perspective shapes our understanding of significance, as illustrated through the contrasting scenarios of mundane vs. serious confrontations.
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.
Introducing "Dear James," a New Advice Column
The article introduces a new advice column called 'Dear James,' aimed at addressing existential concerns and personal struggles that many people face.
Alley/Hobo: A Short Play on Bears v. Patriots
In life, perspective shapes our understanding of significance, as illustrated through the contrasting scenarios of mundane vs. serious confrontations.
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.
'The End' Review: Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon Sing for Their Lives in Joshua Oppenheimer's Post-Apocalyptic Musical
The End is a post-apocalyptic musical exploring themes of wealth, denial, and buried humanity in a family's underground existence after an unspecified catastrophe.
Cold Gawd: I'll Drown on This Earth
Cold Gawd's latest album reflects a deep desire for transformation, exploring emotions beyond typical shoegaze themes.
In the Time of Dying, Meet Me
The poem reflects on mortality, nature, and the desire for remembrance beyond death.
Grief is giving me this beautiful, deepening understanding': Phil Elverum on loss, new love and his landmarks of US indie
Phil Elverum's music evolved from personal introspection after loss to a broader examination of life and humanity with his latest album, Night Palace.
Why Bonnie Break Down New Album Wish on the Bone Track by Track
Why Bonnie's album 'Wish on the Bone' emphasizes hope and courage in the face of life's challenges.
'The End' Review: Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon Sing for Their Lives in Joshua Oppenheimer's Post-Apocalyptic Musical
The End is a post-apocalyptic musical exploring themes of wealth, denial, and buried humanity in a family's underground existence after an unspecified catastrophe.
Cold Gawd: I'll Drown on This Earth
Cold Gawd's latest album reflects a deep desire for transformation, exploring emotions beyond typical shoegaze themes.
In the Time of Dying, Meet Me
The poem reflects on mortality, nature, and the desire for remembrance beyond death.
Grief is giving me this beautiful, deepening understanding': Phil Elverum on loss, new love and his landmarks of US indie
Phil Elverum's music evolved from personal introspection after loss to a broader examination of life and humanity with his latest album, Night Palace.
Why Bonnie Break Down New Album Wish on the Bone Track by Track
Why Bonnie's album 'Wish on the Bone' emphasizes hope and courage in the face of life's challenges.
Andrew Tseng combines absurd humor with grotesque, theatrical illustrations to explore themes of masculinity, human existence, and the strangeness of everyday life.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Ho Jae Kim's "Castaway" is Set in the Perfect Location
Ho Jae Kim's exhibition Castaway explores themes of existential transition and the artist's internal struggles through layered, introspective works.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Tony Toscani "From Safety To Where?" @ Stems Gallery, Paris
Tony Toscani's exhibition explores the theme of melancholia, reflecting the intricate bond between contemporary living and existential contemplation.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Elizabeth Glaessner: The In-Between
Glaessner's art explores the mutable nature of existence and the profound questions it produces, inviting viewers to engage with uncertainty.
Weinberg's Lost Heron explores the quest for meaning through a whimsical character navigating loss and distraction.
Artist Spotlight: Andrew Tseng
Andrew Tseng combines absurd humor with grotesque, theatrical illustrations to explore themes of masculinity, human existence, and the strangeness of everyday life.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Ho Jae Kim's "Castaway" is Set in the Perfect Location
Ho Jae Kim's exhibition Castaway explores themes of existential transition and the artist's internal struggles through layered, introspective works.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Tony Toscani "From Safety To Where?" @ Stems Gallery, Paris
Tony Toscani's exhibition explores the theme of melancholia, reflecting the intricate bond between contemporary living and existential contemplation.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Elizabeth Glaessner: The In-Between
Glaessner's art explores the mutable nature of existence and the profound questions it produces, inviting viewers to engage with uncertainty.
The viral AI podcast illustrates profound existential dilemmas about identity and reality, prompting discussions on the implications of artificial intelligence.
"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 Fjords
Harald Sohlberg's profound connection to nature and existential themes distinguishes him as a Symbolist artist particularly revered in Norway, yet largely unknown internationally.
Nietzsche on anxiety, courage and the 2024 Mets
The waiting and anxiety of a losing streak can prompt existential reflection among sports fans, questioning team identity and future prospects.
Banal Nightmare explores the chaotic intertwining of humor and dissatisfaction in life, showcasing Moddie's struggle for self-identity in a darkly humorous lens.
Bestselling novelist Paul Auster, author of The New York Trilogy, dies at 77
Paul Auster, a best-selling author known for his exploration of existential questions and postmodern American literature, has passed away at the age of 77.
Rachel Kushner's new espionage thriller may be her coolest book yet
Rachel Kushner's new novel, Creation Lake, blends espionage with existential themes and challenges traditional storytelling.
Reading, Reading, Reading | Peter C. Baker
The Wall by Marlen Haushofer raises questions about the purpose of writing and existence, explored through its narrator's journal entries in a postapocalyptic setting.
The Impossible Pursuit of a Good Death
The protagonist in the novel wants to find meaning in his life by studying people who died for something
The central theme of the novel is the search for meaning and beauty in a seemingly banal and meaningless world.
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.
Bestselling novelist Paul Auster, author of The New York Trilogy, dies at 77
Paul Auster, a best-selling author known for his exploration of existential questions and postmodern American literature, has passed away at the age of 77.
Rachel Kushner's new espionage thriller may be her coolest book yet
Rachel Kushner's new novel, Creation Lake, blends espionage with existential themes and challenges traditional storytelling.
Reading, Reading, Reading | Peter C. Baker
The Wall by Marlen Haushofer raises questions about the purpose of writing and existence, explored through its narrator's journal entries in a postapocalyptic setting.
The Impossible Pursuit of a Good Death
The protagonist in the novel wants to find meaning in his life by studying people who died for something
The central theme of the novel is the search for meaning and beauty in a seemingly banal and meaningless world.
Binoche forever! The eternal allure of Certified Copy
Certified Copy masterfully intertwines beauty and philosophical questions about art and reality, leaving viewers in a state of thoughtful wonder.
Writing this book was like a drug high': Rachel Kushner on her Booker-listed novel
Rachel Kushner describes the writing of her novel 'Creation Lake' as the most exhilarating experience of her life, echoing themes of human history and existential urgency.
Alex Edelman on HBO Special Just for Us,' Broadway, and What's Next
Alex Edelman's relentless curiosity drives him to explore diverse experiences, reflecting a profound interconnectedness with the world and a quest for existential fulfillment.
Only the River Flows, the Chilling Chinese Noir Sweeping TikTok
The film 'Only the River Flows' explores the existential dilemmas inherent in human nature through a crime investigation that reveals deeper societal issues.
You go to this L.A. play. When you get there, you find out you have 60 minutes to escape
Interactive theater redefined: 'Escape From Godot' transforms the audience into active participants, engaging with existential themes.
Review: Dylan songs take new shape in stark, brittle North Country'
Characters in Conor McPherson's plays grapple with haunting experiences, evoking a bleak yet beautiful world.
Fyodor Dostoyevsky's Formula for Happiness
Dostoyevsky found meaning in life despite inner struggles.
George MacKay Has a Thing for Playing Complex Characters
A romantic-science-fiction-horror film that intertwines different time periods and themes of existential foreboding and societal control through AI.
Why Jenny Slate sometimes feels like a 'terminal optimist'
Jenny Slate seeks the light in the dark, exploring big questions about life on NPR's Wild Card.
Author Franz Kafka's life was far from kafkaesque, biopic shows
Kafka was not just a victim of bureaucracy but a master of it, excelling at navigating complex systems from the inside.
Heidi Schwegler's 'Existential Action Thriller'
Schwegler's show 'Existential Action Thriller' explores existentialism through juxtapositions and hybrid objects, challenging viewers' interpretations and perceptions.
Perfect Days review Wim Wenders's zen Japanese drama is his best feature film in years
Hirayama leads a solitary life cleaning public toilets in Tokyo.
The film portrays a zen meditation on beauty, fulfillment, and simplicity through Hirayama's perspective.
The 37 Best Rock Albums of 2023
The best rock music of 2023 was cathartic and powerful.
ANOHNI's album 'My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross' stands out for its existentialism and soulful grooves.