How the Serial Killer Ed Gein Inspired Classic Horror Films

In one way or another, Ed Gein is recognized as the author who set the standard for how modern American serial killers are portrayed in horror cinema. Despite confessing to only two murders, it was his disturbing relationship with his mother and subsequent actions that earned him a reputation so wicked it has spawned countless terrifying films over time. Movies like The Silence of the Lambs, which delved into the grisly details of his skin-sewing practices, as well as reaching back to Alfred Hitchcock’s early works, all bear the unmistakable influence of Gein.

Jonas Wood Flattens Daily Life in New Gagosian Exhibition

In Jonas Wood’s lively artworks, each day feels like an exciting journey. This American artist is widely known for transforming the ordinary aspects of daily life into astonishing pieces, which blend his diverse passions in sports, plants, and a myriad of other subjects that captivate him. Currently on display at Gagosian London is a fresh collection of paintings showcasing how Wood merges elements that typically clash.