ByUber
The frightening masks of Nō Theatre represent one of the most unsettling and fascinating aspects of this ancient art form. At the heart of these masks lies a subtle darkness, a primal fear rooted in the unknown. The Nō masks are much more than mere theatrical accessories: they embody deep and universal emotions, and when it comes to horror, few artistic forms can express terror with such elegance and power.
Our journey through the witchcraft of the master Francisco Goya continues with another of his unsettling paintings, The Witches’ Kitchen. This painting is based on one of the most famous witchcraft episodes in Spanish literature, inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ novel, El casamiento engañoso.
The player takes on the role of a child fleeing from men who seem to be part of an authoritarian regime. During his escape, the unnamed protagonist will pass through desolate factories, labs, and cities
ByElena
Rip Maggie Smith, the legendary British actress known for her roles in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, passed away on September 27, 2024, at the age of 89. According to her sons, Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens, she died peacefully in a hospital, surrounded by friends and family. The family expressed gratitude for the support they received and for the care provided to her during her final days.
ByElena
The Necronomicon is an imaginary book created by the American writer H.P. Lovecraft, a key figure in horror literature and weird fiction. The text is often referenced in Lovecraft’s works and those of other authors in the “Cthulhu Mythos,” a collection of stories exploring themes of cosmic horror, supernatural entities, and the insignificance of humanity in the face of forces beyond human comprehension.
Darq features a protagonist named Lloyd, a boy with an unsettling appearance who experiences rather bizarre dreamlike episodes. Our task will be to guide him through his dreams in order to safely return him to his
sleeping body. Yes, because these dreams have the delightful quality of regularly transforming into terrifying nightmares
Continuiamo la nostra esplorazione nel tema della stregoneria con il maestro Goya e le sue opere. Oggi parleremo de La lampada del diavolo, dipinto che prende ispirazione dal dramma di Antonio Zamora, L’esorcizzato per forza.
ByElena
Lars von Trier, born on April 30, 1956, in Copenhagen, Denmark, is one of the most controversial and visionary filmmakers in contemporary cinema. Known for his ability to push the emotional and stylistic boundaries of his films, von Trier has built a unique cinematic career marked by a strong provocative streak and an unrelenting pursuit of new narrative forms. His work is often characterized by a nihilistic and dark worldview, where pain, sacrifice, and guilt play a fundamental role.
Senua, our protagonist, is a Celtic warrior afflicted by a form of psychosis that manifests through voices and hallucinatory visions. The young woman embarks on a journey into the realm of the dead (known as “Helheim”) in order to save the soul of Dillion, her deceased partner. During her journey, she will be hindered by warriors and mythological creatures, as well as her own nightmares.
It was presented posthumously to the director and immediately sparked major protests and lengthy legal battles.
