Internet Buzzes Over Carousel Horse from Upcoming Film 'We Live in Time'

A prop carousel horse from the upcoming romantic comedy *We Live in Time* has captured the internet's attention with its bizarre and wild-eyed appearance. Produced by A24, the film stars Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh as a recently divorced man and an aspiring chef, respectively, exploring their unconventional love story over a decade. A newly released promotional image features the couple on a carousel, but it’s the gaunt-faced horse in the foreground that has sparked a wave of memes and laughter online. Social media users have quickly turned the horse into a viral sensation, with one Reddit user humorously suggesting it deserves an Oscar for Best Production Design. The horse's shocked expression has been superimposed onto iconic scenes from classic films, including *The Godfather*, *Jaws*, and *The Shining*, creating a humorous juxtaposition that has resonated with audiences. Other memes have featured the horse in place of the xenomorph from *Alien: Romulus* and even as a stand-in for Michael Myers in the *Halloween* franchise. In response to the meme frenzy, Bottleneck Gallery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, has released a pin featuring the carousel horse's face, with proceeds benefiting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. This incident highlights how peripheral elements in movie marketing can unexpectedly go viral, generating additional publicity for films. Earlier this year, a Dune-themed popcorn bucket also gained notoriety for its resemblance to a sex toy, showcasing the unpredictable nature of internet culture.