Life X 3
by Christopher Hampton, Yasmina Reza

Name: Life X 3
Brand: Christopher Hampton
SKU: 9780822219583
Rating: 3.45 (76 reviews)

Highlights

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90 minsPresent DayInterior Set

Awards & Recognition

Olivier Award

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the unique structure of the play, as it presents the same evening from three different perspectives, showcasing how minor changes in behavior can lead to vastly different interactions. However, opinions are mixed about the depth and impact of the narratives, with some feeling that the play does not fully realize its potential. Overall, it sparks conversation about human relationships and societal norms.

Clever dialogue and humorUnique storytelling techniqueInsightful exploration of relationshipsSome found it lacking in depthNot all expectations were met

Synopsis

Henri and Sonia are putting their son to bed when Hubert and Ines arrive for dinner, a day earlier than expected ...

As the evening degenerates, Yasmina Reza's play - elegantly translated by Christopher Hampton - blends cruel observations with high comedy in an hilarious and poignant examination of our most personal intimacies and private longings.

We see three versions of the same socially hapless evening in which the characters change subtly each time, providing a dramatically different outcome for each.