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Toshiki Okada

    Toshiki Okada est un dramaturge, metteur en scène et romancier japonais. Il est reconnu pour son utilisation distinctive du japonais hyper-colloquial et sa chorégraphie unique. Ses œuvres théâtrales se caractérisent souvent par un rythme inhabituel et des dialogues méticuleusement construits qui reflètent la société japonaise contemporaine. À travers sa compagnie théâtrale chelfitsch, il explore des formes innovantes d'expression théâtrale.

    The End of the Moment We Had
    • The End of the Moment We Had

      • 128pages
      • 5 heures de lecture
      2,9(162)Évaluer

      Exploring the deep yearning for connection, this collection presents two poignant stories set in early 21st century Tokyo. One narrative follows a man and woman who engage in a passionate affair against the backdrop of the impending Iraq War, capturing their fleeting joys through a stream-of-consciousness style. The second story delves into a woman's obsessive thoughts about her home and her relationship, reflecting her inner turmoil and desires. These tales reveal a generation grappling with insecurity and unarticulated longings, showcasing an unsettlingly honest voice in Japanese literature.

      The End of the Moment We Had