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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
Something so nice about Levin’s easy-to-read, clever writing style
My second time reading this clever and suspenseful play.
Deathtrap. A thriller in two acts. One set, five characters. A juicy murder in Act One, unexpected developments in Act Two. Sound construction, good dialogue, laughs in the right places. Highly commercial.
The damn thing is perfect.
Sidney Bruhl, a once successful playwright of murder/mysteries and thrillers, has lost his mojo. When he receives a very promising manuscript from one of his students asking his opinion, sinister notions enter Sidney’s head.
Deathtrap. A thriller in two acts. One set, five characters. A juicy murder in Act One, unexpected developments in Act Two. Sound construction, good dialogue, laughs in the right places. Highly commercial.
The damn thing is perfect.
Sidney Bruhl, a once successful playwright of murder/mysteries and thrillers, has lost his mojo. When he receives a very promising manuscript from one of his students asking his opinion, sinister notions enter Sidney’s head.
dark
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Clever gimmick, clever plot, but I had no sympathy for any of the characters, so it wasn't very enjoyable.
It's been years since I've read a play, and, because of Covid, it feels like years since I've been to the theater. So this was an enjoyable read. Clever.
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
I love Ira Levin, and especially his plays. A little over the top, but I think it would be really fun to see staged.
What a great play. Amazing thriller. When you think you know what to expect, the playwright basically laughs in your face.
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No