Occupied City

In the aftermath of a 1948 dysentery outbreak in Tokyo, a public health official’s shocking act of poisoning leads to the deaths of ten bank employees, setting off a gripping narrative told through 12 distinct voices. Each character, from victims and detectives to journalists and former soldiers, offers a unique perspective that weaves a complex tapestry of postwar trauma, truth, and deception. As they navigate the consequences of this horrific crime, the narrative delves into the profound impact on a society emerging from the shadows of war, making "Occupied City" a striking exploration of individual and collective experience.