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Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy

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Luna Luna
Jean-Michel Basquiat
André Heller
Art Amusement Park
Keith Haring
Basquiat
World War II
Hamburg
Drake
Roy Lichtenstein
Cultural History
Andre Heller
Carnivals
Kenny Scharf
Salvador Dalí
Art
Germany
Art World
Cultural Revival
Post-World War II Germany

Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy, hosted by art historian Helen Molesworth, unearths the lost history and revival of Luna Luna, the world’s first art amusement park. Featuring works by Lichtenstein, Basquiat, Haring, Dalí, Hockney, and more, this six-episode series explores the visionary spectacle that vanished for decades… until now.

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Season 1 Finale. When Basquiat forgeries shake up the art world, the Luna Luna team makes a surprising decision. Despite the drama, the art amusement park readies itself for a 2024 reopening thousands of miles away from its original location, to a ne... more

The art world changed drastically in the 2000s. And decades after its initial success, Luna Luna creeps back into public consciousness. A group coalesces to revive the lost amusement park, but just as it’s resurrected, so too does a devastating scand... more

As Luna Luna’s opening day neared, the rides went from concepts to actuality. But on the day of opening, it was greeted with rain. Lots and lots of rain. The park included a symphony of farts, stilt-walkers, and a satirical take on post-war Germany a... more

To curate a unique collaboration of old-world Europe and the new-wave American scene, the man behind the great amusement park must venture to New York City. With his heart set on one artist in particular, Basquiat, he offers him the grandest attracti... more

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Recent Guests

Jean-Michel Basquiat
A young black artist whose work explored themes of identity, race, and power.
Artist
Episode: To The Moon
André Heller
A visionary showman and creator of Luna Luna
Episode: Introducing Luna Luna - Forgotten Fantasy

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Helen Molesworth
Host of the series, art historian, and expert in contemporary art and cultural critique.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Pretty good

    Super interesting content and story. Like the narration too.

    Ironic tho- that in the midst of this highly political and anti-fascist story you interrupt with the voice of Donald f-ing Trumphhhh (fart joke intended). The ultimate fascist. Maybe reconsider your sponsors so as not to accidentally traumatize your audience who might think they’re safe in this anti-fascist story. Just a thought.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    🪄🌟❤️‍🔥
    United States5 months ago
  • Absolutely fascinating!

    Such an amazing story! Can’t get enough of Helen Molesworth! Bright, informed, great narrator. Her love of all things art is contagious.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sacramento Sandra
    United States5 months ago
  • Propaganda?

    After all that is coming out about the music industry, the exploration of artists …Question all motives and who the producer is of these podcasts, etc

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    hazelbnr
    United States6 months ago
  • Luna Luna is everything to me

    This podcast is wonderful addition to the magical world of Luna Luna!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paramolivia5
    United States7 months ago
  • Obsessed with all things Luna Luna

    I’ve been to see Luna Luna in New York twice now, and I wish I could go see it every day! I was just a kid when Luna Luna happened in Berlin in 1987 but I would have been blown away by it! As soon as I first heard about Luna Luna last year, I was instantly obsessed. An artist myself and a nearly life-long Keith Haring fan, I KNEW I had to go see it in NYC asap. if you haven’t been, GO NOW before it closes in mid-March. I love that this podcast gives you even more in-depth information about Luna ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kay Vee Two Three
    United States7 months ago

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Q: What were Barsman and Heller's motivations when it came to forging Basquiat specifically?
Barsman expressed that he was obsessed with Basquiat and believed that his primitive folk style was not difficult to replicate, suggesting a combination of admiration and opportunism in his forgery.

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What is Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the intriguing legacy of an art amusement park that intertwined high art with entertainment, this podcast provides an in-depth look into Luna Luna, a visionary project that showcased significant artists and left an indelible mark on cultural history. The episodes cover its conception in a divided Germany, the complex relationships among the artists involved, and the societal issues they confronted, reflecting broader themes of identity, race, and cultural expression during the 1980s. The narrative draws from personal reflections, historical insights, and critical discussions, revealing how art can serve both as a joy and a poignant critique of society.

Unique for its blending of artistic discussion with personal storytelling, thi... more

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