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Kafka's The Trial discusses existential themes such as the absurdity of life, the lack of rational order in the universe, and the struggle for personal meaning in a bewildering and bureaucratic world.

Nighthawks reflects existential themes through the portrayal of individuals in a late-night diner, suggesting a sense of loneliness and urban isolation. The lack of interaction among the figures underscores the existential concept of alienation in modern society.

The Scream exemplifies the existential themes of anxiety, isolation, and the fear of the unknown. The figure's tormented expression and the swirling sky illustrate the inner turmoil of the human psyche when confronted with the existential dread of a meaningless universe.

Pollock's action paintings, characterized by their chaotic drip technique, can be seen as manifestations of the existentialist belief in the absurdity and unpredictability of life. The lack of clear form and structure in his artworks mirrors the existential search for authenticity and self-expression.

No Exit explores existentialist themes of freedom, choice, and the inherent responsibility of defining oneself. The famous line 'Hell is other people' underlines the struggle of self-definition in relation to others within the confines of existence.

Waiting for Godot is an absurdist play that delves into existential themes of meaninglessness and the uncertainty of existence. The characters' endless waiting and lack of resolution reflect the futile search for purpose in an indifferent universe.