Esperpento

Esperpento is a theatrical and literary style from Spanish culture, especially associated with writer Ramón del Valle-Inclán. It involves depicting reality in a distorted, grotesque, or exaggerated way to highlight societal flaws, human absurdities, and the darker aspects of life. This approach uses visual and narrative exaggeration to provoke reflection, often blending humor with critique. Think of it as a way of showing the world through a warped lens that emphasizes its imperfections and contradictions, making us reconsider our perceptions of reality and the human condition.