Katie Kitamura

Katie Kitamura, an acclaimed author and NYU creative writing instructor, dives deep into the themes of her latest novel, 'Audition.' She discusses the complex identity of a middle-aged actress and her dynamic with a younger man, challenging traditional ideas about female agency. Kitamura reflects on societal perceptions of characters lacking agency and the realities of personal constraints. The conversation also touches on contemporary age-gap relationships and the intricate interplay between horror and identity, casting light on the nuances of desire and dislocation.