Post by pledge on Nov 7, 2017 11:21:09 GMT
A very rare opportunity to see some contemporary Dutch writing (go on, how many can you name?). Don't be put off by the title, this is a quiet, very intense two-hander (90 mins straight through, as is now the industry standard?), and I'm giving nothing away when I say it's about bereavement, and thus is a tad low on gags and laffs. Nevertheless it's not depressing, but rather honest, taut and (to use an overworked adjective) deeply compassionate. (Anyone remember David Rudkin's "Ashes"; this is in a similar mold and class.) Two superb performances - in what might otherwise superficially pass for a radio play - meant that I couldn't tear my eyes away as the two characters struggle, plead, reflect, accuse and regret. No tricks or gimmicks, just honest truthful writing. Highly recommended.
