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moonyreadsbystarlight's review against another edition
reflective
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Obviously, lots of details that aged poorly (it's about the south in the 1940s or 50s), plus none of the characters are really supposed to be likable. But this was a really interesting character study and look into family and really the impact of having to live within lies (and how much space lies can take up in certain dynamics)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Cancer, Fatphobia, Racism, Rape, and Sexism
Moderate: Pregnancy
jakeaboi's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This book's depiction of repressed homosexuality is brilliant, especially for the time, and the (by definition) SA of Brick at the end is absolutely heartbreaking. This play feels entirely modern, as it wrestles with issues that still come up in many peoples lives, even including mine. The play is fast-paced, and hits every plot point and important emotional moment with perfect, calculated precision. All in all, this is one of the greatest plays ever written, and an essential read for those interested in the LGBT in the deep south in the early 1900s, as well as plays about toxic relationships.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Toxic relationship, and Alcohol
Moderate: Cancer, Chronic illness, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Outing
Minor: Body shaming, Racism, and Pregnancy
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