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Oblivion, Nebraska (2006)

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How it feels

A man returns to his small Nebraska hometown to confront unresolved feelings about his past. The story follows his quiet interactions with the people and places he left behind.

slow-burnmelancholicatmosphericcontemplativegroundedlonelysomberintrospective

What happens

Peter Moore Smith (born 1965) is an American writer and was the recipient of the 2000 Pushcart Prize for his short story "Oblivion, Nebraska." He has written two novels, Raveling and Los Angeles, both published by Little, Brown. His short story Oblivion, Nebraska was adapted into a 2006 film by director Charles Haine. His short story Forgetting the Girl was selected for the Best American Mystery Stories anthology in 2000. A film adaptation was directed by Nate Taylor. Smith is the brother of actress Julianne Moore. He currently resides with his wife, Brigette, and their son, Wolfgang, in New York City. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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