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Julio Torres Explores Color Theories in Unique HBO Special

3/21/2026

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Julio Torres, a writer known for Saturday Night Live and HBO's Los Espookys, has created an HBO special titled 'Color Theories'.
Michael Schulman, a staff writer, describes Torres's perspective as distinct, likening him to a guest lecturer at an art school.
The two met in New York to discuss these concepts and explore colors at a local dollar store.
Torres's work often reflects his unconventional view of the world.

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Story summary

Julio Torres, a writer known for Saturday Night Live and HBO's Los Espookys, has created an HBO special titled 'Color Theories'.
Michael Schulman, a staff writer, describes Torres's perspective as distinct, likening him to a guest lecturer at an art school.
The two met in New York to discuss these concepts and explore colors at a local dollar store.
Torres's work often reflects his unconventional view of the world.