Tony Tulathimutte's short story 'The Feminist' gained viral attention, sparking debate on its protagonist's twisted understanding of feminism and consent. The lead character, who feels unfairly left out in the dating world despite claiming to be an advocate for feminist ideals, grapples with feelings of rage and resentment, leading to darker inclinations. Readers debated whether to sympathize with him or not, highlighting the story's provocative nature. Tulathimutte remains evasive about definitive interpretations, emphasizing the need for complex readings that go beyond surface-level ideologies.
"However, if you're going to let that stop you from publishing something, you're failing as a writer; you're not standing by the integrity of your work."
"I want to be able to complicate any sort of reading that would reduce my work to something banal or ideological."
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