Shin Kirari

Murasaki Yamada's *Talk to My Back* is set in a Tokyo suburb and centers on a woman navigating the evolving dynamics within her family. As her daughters grow older and seek autonomy, the woman grapples with shifting roles and relationships. Her husband, frequently absent due to long work hours, views her primarily as a caretaker. The narrative reflects on the disintegration of idealized suburban life in Japan, focusing on the emotional and domestic tensions that arise as personal and familial expectations clash.