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A review by claire60
Torch Song Trilogy by Harvey Fierstein
5.0
I have been lucky enough to see this as a stage play and also own the DVD version. I love this play it is funny, insightful and an engaging representation of LGBT life in the 80's. I hadn't read the play before so it was an interesting experience, having seen Harvey Fierstein in the DVD its hard not to read it with his voice speaking Arnold's words. The play is different from the play, they have clearly made some changes to make it work cinematically. The best speeches remain however and the main premise of the play has not been changed.
I really liked the introduction by Harvey where he talks about his hope that people will see something of themselves in one or more characters and feel less alone. It made me love him and the play a little but more. Arnold is a hilarious central character, with devastating wit and quick repartee. You can't help but be absorbed by him and his life and choices. As a play it works well, you do need to focus as there are overlapping conversations but its a clever way to put across important stories with a small cast and a limited set. An enjoyable and important read I can't recommend it enough.
I really liked the introduction by Harvey where he talks about his hope that people will see something of themselves in one or more characters and feel less alone. It made me love him and the play a little but more. Arnold is a hilarious central character, with devastating wit and quick repartee. You can't help but be absorbed by him and his life and choices. As a play it works well, you do need to focus as there are overlapping conversations but its a clever way to put across important stories with a small cast and a limited set. An enjoyable and important read I can't recommend it enough.