Closer
by Patrick Marber

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Readers have mixed feelings about the play's characters and themes. Many appreciate the sharp dialogue and emotional depth, while others find the characters unlikeable and the plot lacking. Overall, the writing and exploration of complex relationships receive praise, even if some readers feel the story can be overwhelmingly bleak.

Sharp and witty dialogue Emotional and impactful Memorable quotes and lines Characters often unlikeable Plot can be dull at times

Synopsis

it is right up there with Williams' Streetcar, Mamet's Oleanna, Albee's Virginia Woolf, Pinter's Old Times and Hare's Skylight.' (The Sunday Times) 'Patrick Marber's searing follow-up to Dealer's Choice establishes him as the leading playwright of his generation.' (Independent on Sunday)

Publication

Publisher Methuen
Year 1997
Binding Paperback
Pages 98
Place London
Language English
ISBN-13 9780413709509
ISBN-10 0413709507
LCCN 98147428
LCC PR6063.A614 C57 1997
DCC 822/.914

Closer is a British play written by Patrick Marber and published by Methuen in London (1997).

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