A review by loveisforthenerds
Lysistrata by Aristophanes

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

If it was a modern play, the rating would be lower. But, for something from 400 BCE? It's incredibly forward thinking. And the innuendos are HILARIOUS. 😂 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Sexual assault

The women withhold sex from the men until they agree to a peace treaty to end the war. One woman asks what she should do if her husband forces her. The answer is to let him do it, but to just lay there like a limp rag so he doesn't enjoy it.