The Penitent
by David Mamet
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Synopsis
A renowned psychologist, Charles, is asked to testify on behalf of one of his former patients who has committed a shooting.
At first he is hesitant, and as his lawyer and his wife begin to tell him how he should handle the situation, Charles clings more fervently to his morals and his ethics.
However, the tighter he clings, the more his reputation and career hang in the balance, especially as more truths are revealed about his relationship to his patient.
Press Reviews
"You can still hear a little of that old MAMETIAN MAGIC. The language is both casual and formal and the result can be wonderful - like Schubert scoring a boxing match."
— The New York Times
Characters
| Character |
|---|
Kate middle-aged woman, his wife. |
Richard a family friend. |
An Attorney |
Charles a middle-aged psychologist. |
Publication
The Penitent is a play written by David Mamet and published by Samuel French (2017).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle.
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Samuel French · 2017 · 65 pp
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