This week's question is perhaps a no-brainer (you were probably expecting it).
Last night most of you were present for the play "Brighton Beach Memoirs." To be sure, there were some moments during the play when I was a little embarrassed due to "questionable" content. Conversely, there were times when I thought the play evoked the honest sentiment of a close-knit family trying to struggle through the Great Depression. My opinions aside, let's focus on your impressions of the play.
First, what was your overall impression of "Brighton Beach Memoirs"?
As a follow-up: Did you find any of the play's content inappropriate, offensive, or otherwise unnecessary? Why or why not?
For those who didn't attend: What movie have you seen recently that you felt "crossed the line" in terms of appropriate/inappropriate content?
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I enjoyed very much about the play we went last night. Overall, the plot is well connected. The family’s problems which intertwined in their relationship are well depicted. I like the part when all the family members bring up their resentments to each other very much. Besides, all the contents are appropriate to me although I did see some audience left after Act 1. It shows some topics that we are embarrassed / avoid to talk / talking about in our real life. It is perfect to show them on stage because the audience can keep them as it were in their real life when the play ends but give them something to think about. The only thing that it could have been more is the younger sister’s Lori/Laura’s point of view. In my opinion, her illness has affected all other family members’ life and are well described in the plot. However, what and how does she think about it are not mentioned. I would love to see more about it or maybe that’s another story.
ReplyDeleteThat was the first time for me to watch this kind of play. I have never felt like I want to see these kind of play before when I was in Thailand. However, this time made me like it, and I want to see other plays more.
ReplyDeleteFrom the play, I think it was a good story, not all but the most. The play had some funny part, and some sad including, too.
It was first time to watch the American play in my life. I really enjoyed it. The play was so funny. However, this isn't only my reaction. I thought this play helped me to think what family is. They helped each other. It appriciated to me. In addition, the play showed the aspect of American life. I sometimes laughed and sometimes became inpressed. The play was very interesting.
ReplyDeleteFirst, I'm sorry Josh. Actually, I don't remember exactly about the play so, I don't know how I type this question. I just remember that the main character is fun, and they expressed their life well. To be honest, I couldn't understand exactly, but I was trying to understand the play. If I have other opportunity, I want to see again. Anyway, Week 9 Question is difficult to me.
ReplyDeleteI've never seen a play in the us and this was socond time to watch a play in my life, so I was looking forward to do it.The play was that sometimes made me laugh and sometimes I was moved.Moreover what I was impressed was audience's reaction because people are often scielent to consentrate on a play when they wacth it in Japan.
ReplyDeleteIt was nice play!However, It was hard for me and I could not understand sometimes.
Actually, I have never watched a play like this before. Therfore, this is the first time for me to watch I. To be honest, at first i thought that i must be boring but it didn't be like i'm thought. In fact the live shows as I had seen on last thursday can make me feel really impressive because I can see a real ability of the actor. Moreover, the story in this show is fun and can teach me in many thing such as no one will love me as much as my parent do. In addition, this show make me know more about American culture, which they showed one family.
ReplyDeleteIn that time, I watched the play in the USA two times. I really enjoyed that play because it is easy to understand their action and story.I don't think inappropriate, offensive, or otherwise unnecessary because I really enjoyed it. Overall, the play's characters are interesting personality.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the play because it was emotional and funny as well. I really enjoyed watching this kind of play. It is funny and in the end of it there is a story that is about problem and has been solved. However, the thing that I didn't like in this play is when it is finish :(. I didn't want this play to finish.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry, It's very interesting topic, but unfortunately I didn't come that day and i have nothing to say about my impression
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, i like to think you for taking us to that lovely and nice play. About what i think what was inappropriate in this play. Actually it was two things. the first one when he was masterbating in the bathroom ,and the secend one how he had a crash on his cousin.
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