Review of The Shape of Things (2003) by Brian C — 01 Nov 2013
Neil LaBute, one of my favorite playwrights, is the master at injecting witty, acerbic humor into the rotten, damaged core of human relationships. While his characters are often shocking, their relationships to one another ring true in the most brutally honest sense.
"The Shape of Things", based on LaBute's popular NY play, is a wonderful achievement. Not only is the original stage cast game for another go-round of twisted but hilarious arguments, but their portrayals are almost stunningly real.
Everyone here is terrific, but it's Rachel Weisz who really steals the movie as Evelyn, the art student from hell.
This review of The Shape of Things (2003) was written by Brian C on 01 November 2013.
The Shape of Things has generally received positive reviews.
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