The most 2020s art ever made
Bo Burnham's comedy special 'Inside' has been recognized as a defining piece of art for the 2020s. Released in 2021, it captures the complexities of the COVID-19 pandemic and the societal changes that have occurred since 2016. Its unique format and content reflect the technological and cultural currents of the time, making it a significant work in contemporary art.
- ▪Bo Burnham's 'Inside' won three Emmys, a Grammy, and a Peabody.
- ▪The special was filmed alone in a single room during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- ▪It blends various genres and challenges traditional expectations of a comedy special.
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The most 2020s art ever madeA little bit of everything, all of the timeJeremiah JohnsonMay 29, 2026971313ShareBo Burnham’s Inside was filmed alone in a single room. It won three Emmys, a Grammy, and a Peabody. (Photo by Netflix)Five years ago, Bo Burnham released Inside on Netflix to near-universal acclaim. Inside is a fantastically rich comedy special and probably the single best piece of content made about the COVID-19 pandemic in any medium.But looking back at it five years later, Inside feels like more than just a very good comedy set, more than just a statement about the pandemic.
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