On November 2nd at 6:30 pm, at the Teatro Lo Spazio in Rome, located in via Locri 42, the event entitled “The Age of the Living Dead - Dylan Dog in the Nightmare of Today” will take place. This meeting will aim to analyze the incisive criticism present in Sclavi’s works regarding today’s society. During his long editorial career, the famous “Nightmare Investigator” has addressed numerous complex issues such as drugs, poverty, loneliness and arrogance. His stories, characterized by a mix of anger and irony, were written in a limbo between dream and nightmare, giving life to pages of great depth and beauty that have marked the history of Italian comics.
The event is organized by Goffredo Pedroni and will feature illustrious guests such as Giulio Leoni, an internationally renowned writer and mystery writer, and Enrico Petrucci, an essayist and popularizer. The presentation will be managed by Aurelio d’Angelo, who will introduce the speakers and moderate the debate. This meeting represents a precious opportunity to reflect on how comics can serve as a critical mirror of our contemporary reality.
Dylan Dog is a character who has captured the collective imagination not only for his extraordinary adventures but also for the social and psychological themes he addresses. His figure embodies the fears and anxieties of our time, making him a symbol of Italian popular culture. Through his stories, Sclavi has been able to explore the darkness of the human soul with a sharp gaze and a compelling narrative.
The meeting therefore aims to highlight not only the social issues addressed in the comics but also the cultural impact that these stories have had on readers over the years. The evening will be an opportunity to discuss the evolution of the Dylan Dog character and his meaning in the current social context. Participants will thus be able to delve into important issues through dialogue with experts in the field, making this event unmissable for fans of the genre and for anyone interested in better understanding the role of comics in modern society.
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