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n1ghthag's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
sarahs_bookdragon's review against another edition
4.0
If you are not big on Shakespeare but have to read one of his plays, I would recommend this one.
This was entertaining and funny. But just the interpretation of one monologue or dialogue can change the story from Katherine being the most powerful character, to Katherine being in submission. I wish I could have asked Shakespeare which he intended, but I prefer and believe in the former.
Not Shakespeare's best writing but is still a fantastic story. But Shakespeare's plays really need to be watched after reading, because there is so much in the story which words cannot express unarguably.
And Katherine is my favorite character. And is pretty much the only character I like.
This was entertaining and funny. But just the interpretation of one monologue or dialogue can change the story from Katherine being the most powerful character, to Katherine being in submission. I wish I could have asked Shakespeare which he intended, but I prefer and believe in the former.
Not Shakespeare's best writing but is still a fantastic story. But Shakespeare's plays really need to be watched after reading, because there is so much in the story which words cannot express unarguably.
And Katherine is my favorite character. And is pretty much the only character I like.
blondierocket's review against another edition
4.0
One of my favorite Shakespeare plays to be watched on the stage. Not as much fun reading as watching, but still entertaining.
Tells the story of two sisters, one evil (Kat) and one nice (Bianca). Their father refuses to let Bianca marry until her evil sister is married off first. Of course humor and chaos ensue as their suitors try to win their hearts and succeed in marriage.
Thinking about this play always reminds me of the film 10 Things I Hate About You, which is a modern-day version of the story.
Tells the story of two sisters, one evil (Kat) and one nice (Bianca). Their father refuses to let Bianca marry until her evil sister is married off first. Of course humor and chaos ensue as their suitors try to win their hearts and succeed in marriage.
Thinking about this play always reminds me of the film 10 Things I Hate About You, which is a modern-day version of the story.
klebere's review against another edition
3.0
I feel similarly about “Taming of the Shrew” as I do “Measure for Measure.” You would have to perform some mental gymnastics to argue that it ISN’T sexist—it’s one of those plays that makes for a great paper because it has a lot of problems.
savandstories's review against another edition
5.0
This is without a doubt my favorite Shakespeare play ever!!
jessaminnow's review against another edition
1.0
I once saw a reinterpretation of the Taming of the Shrew, in which they reversed the character’s genders and added a lot of music, nudity and innuendos - that version was much better.
stilestastic's review against another edition
dark
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
0.25
fuck this play
renuked's review against another edition
2.0
Why Shakespeare, why? As much of a brilliant, linguistic genius you are, and as much as I love you...I still can't deal with the message of this play. Kate's soliloquy at the end literally made me gag. I just...sigh. Why. Probably my least favorite Shakespeare. Funny as hell, but so utterly messed up.
colleengeedrumm's review against another edition
3.0
Listened to this play on audio - so it was a little hard to follow. Wound up googling and learning more all about it. Didn't really enjoy the theme too much, but his language is good.
bhall237's review against another edition
2.0
Petruchio
“Thou must be married to no man but me.
For I am he am born to tame you, Kate,
And bring you from a wild Kate to a Kate
Comfortable as other household Kates.”
This play reads much more closely to John Cassavetes’ A Woman Under the Influence than it ever does 10 Things I Hate About You. I can’t read this play without questioning how this is such a beloved work besides the fact that it was penned by Shakespeare. I honestly have to be missing something if there’s so many great reviews for it, but the convoluted nature of the whole story, on top of the despicable characters just left me with such a disappointing and mean spirited story that didn’t sit well with me after the fact. To me, it read as if someone was ripping on something or someone they hate and claiming it was ironic, despite diving deeply into why they hate a certain person or trait of a people. This is not a play I would re-read or recommend to someone who wants to read a good work of Shakespeare, but I would consider analyzing this under the lens of modern-day toxic masculinity or as a piece of inspiration for a psychological horror adaptation.
“Thou must be married to no man but me.
For I am he am born to tame you, Kate,
And bring you from a wild Kate to a Kate
Comfortable as other household Kates.”
This play reads much more closely to John Cassavetes’ A Woman Under the Influence than it ever does 10 Things I Hate About You. I can’t read this play without questioning how this is such a beloved work besides the fact that it was penned by Shakespeare. I honestly have to be missing something if there’s so many great reviews for it, but the convoluted nature of the whole story, on top of the despicable characters just left me with such a disappointing and mean spirited story that didn’t sit well with me after the fact. To me, it read as if someone was ripping on something or someone they hate and claiming it was ironic, despite diving deeply into why they hate a certain person or trait of a people. This is not a play I would re-read or recommend to someone who wants to read a good work of Shakespeare, but I would consider analyzing this under the lens of modern-day toxic masculinity or as a piece of inspiration for a psychological horror adaptation.