Yes that made me smile too. I am already looking forward to the next article concerning the “Hidden drink problem of Ernest Hemmingway….”
Brett H
1 year ago
I don’t think there’s was anything secret or hidden about William’s desires. Such a tabloid headline.
Jeff Cunningham
1 year ago
I’ve read and seen most of the plays mentioned. The only ones I cared enough for to read more than once are Chekhov’s. I went through a period of trying to track down and read everything of his translated into English, which at the time was about 450 stories out of more than 600. I have a huge collection most of which came from used bookstores around Philadelphia. A Russian friend told me they are much better in Russian, which alas I cannot read. The Duel is one of my favorites.
It isn’t, but there was a movie made from this story. I can’t remember it’s title. But it really didn’t capture the elements and the mood that reading the Chekhov evoked – in me, at least.
It isn’t, but there was a movie made from this story. I can’t remember it’s title. But it really didn’t capture the elements and the mood that reading the Chekhov evoked – in me, at least.
By the way I think the Ridley Scott film The Duellists may be based on The Duel. Not sure but it may be.
Jeff Cunningham
1 year ago
I’ve read and seen most of the plays mentioned. The only ones I cared enough for to read more than once are Chekhov’s. I went through a period of trying to track down and read everything of his translated into English, which at the time was about 450 stories out of more than 600. I have a huge collection most of which came from used bookstores around Philadelphia. A Russian friend told me they are much better in Russian, which alas I cannot read. The Duel is one of my favorites.
Hardly a secret.
On another note, there is something mesmerizing about Mamet’s dark confidence. A case in point: “But which of us actually has sympathy for another’s problems?”
That is giving in to the dark side, or enjoying one’s pose of giving other people the finger, to do otherwise! Grow up, grow charitable! Read A Christmas Carol this Christmas!
That is giving in to the dark side, or enjoying one’s pose of giving other people the finger, to do otherwise! Grow up, grow charitable! Read A Christmas Carol this Christmas!
Hardly a secret.
On another note, there is something mesmerizing about Mamet’s dark confidence. A case in point: “But which of us actually has sympathy for another’s problems?”
Vincent Morgan
1 year ago
Remind me not to ever confide in Mamet …
Michael Walsh
1 year ago
“Gay drama in straight drag” could describe most Hollywood rom-coms of the 1950s.
And most soap operas form inception and all UK TV output since about 2005
Michael Walsh
1 year ago
“Gay drama in straight drag” could describe most Hollywood rom-coms of the 1950s.
Paula G
1 year ago
Of course I felt sorry for Blanche Du Bois. She is put into an asylum, because her concerns are not investigated and healed by people who should care about her. We emotionally, financially and sometimes literally rape those around us, because we have learned to be narcissists.
The Apple guy doesn’t need to respond to questions about China; Biden can walk from the podium without answering questions; we can decide other people are “toxic,” or whatever other label we need to shove others in who won’t promote our z”brands.” Yes, Streetcar is not at all an old story.
Last edited 1 year ago by Paula G
Paula G
1 year ago
Of course I felt sorry for Blanche Du Bois. She is put into an asylum, because her concerns are not investigated and healed by people who should care about her. We emotionally, financially and sometimes literally rape those around us, because we have learned to be narcissists.
The Apple guy doesn’t need to respond to questions about China; Biden can walk from the podium without answering questions; we can decide other people are “toxic,” or whatever other label we need to shove others in who won’t promote our z”brands.” Yes, Streetcar is not at all an old story.
I don’t think there’s was anything secret or hidden about William’s desires. Such a tabloid headline.
Yes that made me smile too. I am already looking forward to the next article concerning the “Hidden drink problem of Ernest Hemmingway….”
Yes that made me smile too. I am already looking forward to the next article concerning the “Hidden drink problem of Ernest Hemmingway….”
I don’t think there’s was anything secret or hidden about William’s desires. Such a tabloid headline.
I’ve read and seen most of the plays mentioned. The only ones I cared enough for to read more than once are Chekhov’s. I went through a period of trying to track down and read everything of his translated into English, which at the time was about 450 stories out of more than 600. I have a huge collection most of which came from used bookstores around Philadelphia. A Russian friend told me they are much better in Russian, which alas I cannot read. The Duel is one of my favorites.
‘The Glass Menagerie’ is one which has always stayed with me for some reason. And yes, I feel the sorrow for the pain of the character.
What about Mamet’s own work? Glengarry Glen Ross is a masterpiece
By the way I think the Ridley Scott film The Duellists may be based on The Duel. Not sure but it may be.
Sorry I’m wrong. It’s based on The Duel by Joseph Conrad
That was a good movie. And – again – it didn’t quite capture the Conrad IMO.
That was a good movie. And – again – it didn’t quite capture the Conrad IMO.
It isn’t, but there was a movie made from this story. I can’t remember it’s title. But it really didn’t capture the elements and the mood that reading the Chekhov evoked – in me, at least.
Sorry I’m wrong. It’s based on The Duel by Joseph Conrad
It isn’t, but there was a movie made from this story. I can’t remember it’s title. But it really didn’t capture the elements and the mood that reading the Chekhov evoked – in me, at least.
‘The Glass Menagerie’ is one which has always stayed with me for some reason. And yes, I feel the sorrow for the pain of the character.
What about Mamet’s own work? Glengarry Glen Ross is a masterpiece
By the way I think the Ridley Scott film The Duellists may be based on The Duel. Not sure but it may be.
I’ve read and seen most of the plays mentioned. The only ones I cared enough for to read more than once are Chekhov’s. I went through a period of trying to track down and read everything of his translated into English, which at the time was about 450 stories out of more than 600. I have a huge collection most of which came from used bookstores around Philadelphia. A Russian friend told me they are much better in Russian, which alas I cannot read. The Duel is one of my favorites.
Remind me not to ever confide in Mamet …
Do you have something to hide?
Fortunately, I am an uncomplicated guy.
We all have something to hide polidori
I wear my mistresses with pride, sir,
I wear my mistresses with pride, sir,
How many people have you Blanche DuBoised with your attitude?
None.
I am taking the piss
And you?
None.
I am taking the piss
And you?
We all have something to hide polidori
How many people have you Blanche DuBoised with your attitude?
Hardly a secret.
On another note, there is something mesmerizing about Mamet’s dark confidence. A case in point: “But which of us actually has sympathy for another’s problems?”
That is giving in to the dark side, or enjoying one’s pose of giving other people the finger, to do otherwise! Grow up, grow charitable! Read A Christmas Carol this Christmas!
That is giving in to the dark side, or enjoying one’s pose of giving other people the finger, to do otherwise! Grow up, grow charitable! Read A Christmas Carol this Christmas!
Do you have something to hide?
Fortunately, I am an uncomplicated guy.
Hardly a secret.
On another note, there is something mesmerizing about Mamet’s dark confidence. A case in point: “But which of us actually has sympathy for another’s problems?”
Remind me not to ever confide in Mamet …
“Gay drama in straight drag” could describe most Hollywood rom-coms of the 1950s.
And most soap operas form inception and all UK TV output since about 2005
As was noted at the time, Sex and The City was always really a story about 4 gay men. Basically Queer as Folk in drag….
As was noted at the time, Sex and The City was always really a story about 4 gay men. Basically Queer as Folk in drag….
And most soap operas form inception and all UK TV output since about 2005
“Gay drama in straight drag” could describe most Hollywood rom-coms of the 1950s.
Of course I felt sorry for Blanche Du Bois. She is put into an asylum, because her concerns are not investigated and healed by people who should care about her. We emotionally, financially and sometimes literally rape those around us, because we have learned to be narcissists.
The Apple guy doesn’t need to respond to questions about China; Biden can walk from the podium without answering questions; we can decide other people are “toxic,” or whatever other label we need to shove others in who won’t promote our z”brands.” Yes, Streetcar is not at all an old story.
Of course I felt sorry for Blanche Du Bois. She is put into an asylum, because her concerns are not investigated and healed by people who should care about her. We emotionally, financially and sometimes literally rape those around us, because we have learned to be narcissists.
The Apple guy doesn’t need to respond to questions about China; Biden can walk from the podium without answering questions; we can decide other people are “toxic,” or whatever other label we need to shove others in who won’t promote our z”brands.” Yes, Streetcar is not at all an old story.
Love,longing and death..
Yes ,that’s me…