Deep Web Video Series #2: Blank Room Soup

From Wikipedia: Blank Room Soup is a viral creepypasta video that has been circulating online since its initial upload in 2005. The video depicts a man sitting in a white-walled room, eating chunky soup from a large ladle-like spoon while crying. A mascot character, dressed in a vinyl suit, enters the room and begins rubbing the man’s back, evoking a sense of comfort and distress.

Origins

The costumes worn by the characters in the video belong to the performance art group RayRay, created by animator Raymond S. Persi and Paul Pistore. According to Persi, the costumes were stolen from their RV after a performance at “The Key Club” on the Sunset Strip. The stolen costumes were then used to create the Blank Room Soup video.

Theories and Investigations

Several YouTubers have attempted to investigate the origins of the video, contacting Persi and gathering information. Persi has confirmed that the costumes were stolen and that he received an email containing the video. However, the identity of the person who created the video remains unknown.

Comparison to Performance Art

The video’s use of costumes and setting bears resemblance to RayRay’s performance art pieces and stage shows. The footage of the characters in these non-Blank Room Soup settings confirms their origins and participation in these events.

Cultural Significance

Blank Room Soup has become a popular creepypasta, with many theories and interpretations surrounding its meaning and purpose. While its authenticity remains unclear, the video’s eerie atmosphere and unsettling imagery have cemented its place in internet folklore.