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The Shape Of Things by Neil LaBute

sj_ridgeway's review

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challenging fast-paced

4.0

michalla's review against another edition

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fast-paced

3.5

nitox's review against another edition

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adventurous dark funny fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

3.0

vividlygray's review against another edition

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3.0

This play by Neil LaBute is a modern day depiction of Adam's seduction by Eve. The characters are not subtly named. Amoral and analytical Eve seduces Adam and manipulates his emotions in such a way as to get him to go through extraordinary lengths to prove his love to her, though he doesn't seem to notice the changes occurring. By the end of the script Eve, in pursuit of her master's degree, has turned Adam from a shy, awkward, overweight young man to a thing of her design.

fleurlf907's review against another edition

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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

lbsh123's review

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5.0

holy shit. what a fucking play.

thearthoewiththesocks's review against another edition

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3.0

Didn't love it, but probably because I related too much to Evelyn. Not sure how to feel about that.

beneduck's review

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3.0

Wasn’t expecting that!!!!!!!! Holy cow!!!!! Read on the plane to wellington. 

htlkim's review against another edition

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mysterious reflective tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0