LUDOVICA LIMIDO
The doll next door

For centuries humanity has been intrigued by the idea of artificial companionship.
Since 2018, catalyzed further by the Covid era, the adult doll market has seen rapid growth, fostering a global community of individuals who opt for "synthetic" relationships.

Doll owners defy stereotypes, coming from diverse backgrounds, ages, and professions. Their homes become a secret world filled with everything their dolls might need if they were alive.

Despite the undeniable significance of these relationships, most remain shrouded in secrecy. Fueled by societal stigma and misconceptions, many who are part of this subculture find themselves hiding it from even their closest friends and family.

As technology advances, love dolls will represent a new era of companionship, challenging how we define intimacy.

The Doll Next Door explores the emotional connections formed between individuals and their synthetic counterparts, revealing how companion dolls serve as confidants and even surrogate family.

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