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possibly the worst, Nov 16, 2006 |
| reviewer: Anonymous from Anytown, AT 55555 |
| this was perhaps one of the worst plays i have ever seen. We anticipated a solid evening, based on the very talented cast and director. However, not only is the plot flat and basically 2 hours of a political argument about the Iraq war, but Julianne Moore is flat and totally unlikable. THe only bright spot was Bil Nighy. Four of us went together and 3 of us actually FELL ASLEEP at one point. Dont waste your time. |
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 Loved Nighy, Nov 29, 2006 |
| reviewer: Anonymous from Jersey City, NJ |
| Went to see Bill Nighy and was not disappointed - he was his typical spectacular self. Julianna Moore's character had lots of "deep" thoughts but there was an emptiness to some of them. She was delightful in her typical way, but the character was flat and all the great lines were written for Bill. Her character/acting just didn't generate much response in me - I felt pretty neutral about her. Overall I was happy with the content and direction. Set was gorgeous and simple. Had a fabulous prix fixe dinner at the 21 Club before with free parking. Monday night was a great night to go because the city was quieter. |
| 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful: |
 Gets better and better, Dec 26, 2006 |
| reviewer: Beth from New York, NY |
| I've seen this play three times so far, and it gets better and better. The cast has definitely settled in since the third preview, and there are little touches here and there that help. Seeing it again, it becomes clear why Nadia (Julianne Moore's character) so often comes off as "flat" in the first act...but to reveal why would give away a good deal of the second. It's not an easy play, and there is a lot of subtelty, but there is SO much in there. And yes, now that it's opened and Julianne's settled into the character, when she lets fly, she lets fly. Just not in Act One...for reasons that, like I said, become obvious in Act Two. I love this play...but then I've never been one who likes easy answers all tied up in a bow. |
| 2 of 4 people found the following review helpful: |
 Almost there, Nov 15, 2006 |
| reviewer: Anonymous from New york city |
| There was much anticipation of seeing the great julianne moore and bill knightly on broadway. And, with director Sam Mendes- how could it miss? It's a very smart, topical play- it hits home to many of us and challenges our thinking and our politics and actions. However, Julianne Moore comes across very flat....so little emotion that even when she screems, it has little effect. We were all hoping for more from her- brilliant as she is. Bill Knightly was a star. |
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 missing, Nov 20, 2006 |
| reviewer: Blondie from new york city |
| Mendes was brilliant as always. The staging and the movement were masterfully done and at times I felt as if I am on the lawn with the group and almost wanted to chime in. Especially when all the actors were in full gear. Oliver was phenomenal, but it almost felt as if he was playing himself. Couldn't help but feel I've seen this character before. Philip was very good, though smug at times, emotion which seemed a little unnecessary under the circumstances. I would opt for indignation. Nadia was a little lost. I felt she lacked confidence someone like her should have. At times, it also felt like she was simply saying lines, not acting, which was annoying, because her counterparts were actually acting. She has the strength and the power for stage, but she has not implemented it fully. Hare's text needs a little revision. There were a lot of lines that were simply out of place. For example, statements like yes would be followed by an explanation. Americans don't speak like that. |
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