Short post today! I don’t have as much to say about this play, so I’ll keep it brief.
Twelfth Night is one of Shakespeare’s least funny comedies, in my opinion, but I don’t mean that in a negative way. There are parts of it that I absolutely adore, but there are things that really, really bother me. Several of the characters play what is essentially a practical joke on one of the other characters that gets carried too far to the point of sheer cruelty, and I find it intensely distasteful.
However, the biggest thing that I appreciate about this play is the character of Viola. There are several moments with her that are powerful and heartbreaking–so incredibly touching that they almost make me feel slightly teary-eyed. To me, this play beautifully illustrates the power and special nature of family relationships. The poignant loss that Viola feels when she thinks she has lost her brother and the pure joy we see when they are reunited are incredibly raw and powerful. And those are the moments that mean the most to me.
What do you think about Twelfth Night? Reblog and let me know!
