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annashiv's review against another edition
3.0
A little too much swearing for me and no happy ending like with his two trains running. At least not as satisfying. I know all plays aren't meant to be happy and all, but I really wanted the protagonist to win. Still it is more of a depictions of life, which reflects truth. I did enjoy it generally, and maybe I may like it better once I discuss it in class, but for now it wasn't my favorite of American plays so far.
karinlib's review against another edition
3.0
This is the last play in the Century Cycle. I enjoyed it, but Fences is my favorite.
tracithomas's review against another edition
3.0
I really liked the message in this play and imagine on stage it’d be more dynamic. Off the page it felt a little monologue heavy and theoretical.
kimberly_levaco's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Somehow the most and least like his other work, the first of his plays that delis like it leaps into the modern era, yet stays rooted in its past. A delightful story that goes full circle from Gem of the Ocean.
william_sg's review against another edition
5.0
Goddamnit, this may be my all-time favorite August Wilson play. The man went out on top. It rivals FENCES.
serena_hien's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs and Classism
azazellos_fang's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
cinderrunner's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0