# Bloody Art Exhibits "Untitled Hardcore Zombie Project" by Bruce LaBruce By mediterranean | Published 2009-05-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/untitled-zombie-project-bruce References: [zephyr1974.blogspot](http://zephyr1974.blogspot.com/2009/05/not-your-average-exhibition.html) & [try-har-der.blogspot](http://try-har-der.blogspot.com/2009/05/bruce-labruce-untitled-hardcore-zombie.html) Toronto-based filmmaker, writer and photographer Bruce LaBruce opened a rather unusual [solo exhibition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition) entitled “Untitled Hardcore Zombie Project” a few days ago. In addition to a whole lot of blood and gore, the [zombie-themed exhibition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsters-by-monsters-now-and-then) featured [porn star](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks) François Sagat and model (and forever known as the former Madonna boytoy) Tony Ward in its opening night. “Untitled Hardcore Zombie Project” runs at Peres Projects in L.A. from May 23 to June 27, 2009. **Implications** - Customers in the modern sphere are attracted to products that feature some sort of element of shock. Designs that push the limits on what is acceptable are attractive to those who wish to make a statement. Companies looking to increase their appeal on the market could develop more items like this. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Graffiti](https://www.trendhunter.com/graffiti) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Boundary-pushing Artistry:** Opportunity for artists and creators to innovate and captivate audiences through provocative and unconventional art forms. - **Shocking Experiences:** Potential for businesses to create unique, immersive and provocative experiences that attract customers seeking unconventional forms of entertainment. - **Celebrity Collaborations:** Opportunity for businesses to team up with well-known personalities or influencers to create attention-grabbing and buzz-worthy projects. ### Where This Applies - **Art Exhibitions:** Art galleries and museums can embrace provocative displays to attract new audiences and make a bold artistic statement. - **Entertainment:** Film, music, and theater industries can explore shocking themes and boundary-pushing narratives to captivate audiences and create memorable experiences. - **Fashion and Design:** Fashion and design companies can collaborate with unconventional celebrities or artists to create bold and controversial collections that generate excitement and buzz. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Health Object Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-of-orifice.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Flesh Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [Post-Pandemic Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bonami.md) - [Gruesome Horror Film Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blood-bubbles-soap.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Provoking Graffiti Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-ruggeri.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Appointment-Basis Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-more-tears-im-lovin-it.md)