Wassim Elhouar

Mouth of God, Light of Infinity Wassim Elhouar

Mouth of God, Light of Infinity features seven stories that explore themes of death, mortality and isolation. Opening story "Reel" examines a town's attempt to deal with the dishonesty that has plagued their society. "Mein" is an unsettling look into a person's infatuation and relationship with one of their coworkers. "Drive" is a conversation between two friends about people's reactions to the loss of a family member. "The Subject was Faggots" follows a high school student's battle with bullying and homophobia while trying to play for the basketball team. "Derelict" is a brief, but intriguing, story about what the night can do to our moods and attitudes. "Gaza Gazali" takes place during the Palestinian-Israeli conflict of late 2008/early 2009. Final piece "The Adventures of Outlaw Gus and Avocado Duren" is about a third grade boy trying to come to terms with his best friend's illness.