magical realism
Noun
Meaning
magical realism (usually uncountable, plural magical realisms)
Alternative form of magic realism
Synonyms
Examples
Magical realism is a blending of the unusual or supernatural into an otherwise ordinary setting. And, to me, this perfectly describes the South. 'The Sugar Queen' involves a lot of magical happenings, but in a very down-home Southern setting. It's full of things that could almost be true.
Magical realism allows an artist like myself to inject layers of meaning without being obvious. In American culture, where there is freedom of expression, this approach may seem forced, unnecessary and misunderstood. But this system of communication has become very Iranian.
At the end of the day, it's about the reader's attachment to and belief in the magical elements that make or break magical realism.