Fences

Teacher made me read this play for school. I really enjoyed it. A lot of parts made me cry. Says the n word a lot soooo tighten up ig 😝🤮

A powerful view of the struggles of a black family in the 50's. The reference to previous generations and subsequent generations teach powerful lessons. Should be required reading for everyone

This play is about the powerful exploration of race , family, and the American dream. A father struggles to come to terms with his past and provide for his family Is at the core of the narrative. The play is a rich tapestry of emotions, delving deep into the themes of regret, resentment, and love. The use of dialogue brings the characters to life making them feel authentic and relatable.

This was a required read for a college class. I struggled with getting through the first few pages because I found the language to be very offensive. Once I got past that issue, I started to give the play a chance. I was drawn in emotionally and could not put it down. I have read quite a few plays, but this the only one that made me cry! I loved it!

Ordered 55 of these for my 11th grade English class thanks to a grant I applied for. Students were engaged throughout. August Wilson’s brilliance has converted yet another generation.

The powerful, riveting character of Troy Maxson commands the stage, alienating all those close to him, even the anonymous theater-goer who yearns to sympathize. There is more than enough reason to empathize with Maxson, who has been mistreated by his father, by society, and by his government. His anger and cynicism and harshness called to mind Langston Hughes’ immortal lines: what happens to a dream deferred? In Maxson’s case, it is a dream denied, and that denial festers in his soul, before leaching into the souls of his sons. The play is a masterpiece. I read the last line and hoped that Troy Maxson had finally found peace on the other side of the fence he took so long to build.

The story really can mean one thing to a male, another thing to a female character, and a different point of view for the younger generation. The older generation male, want to the younger ones to set their minds to what can be productive and a make living. Not to make their mistakes. They see no change in their surroundings. There is so much to say but I will leave the review, saying, it's well written. I truly enjoyed reading it. It's sad. No fantasy but we get to see and feel life through the eyes of the different characters.

Just saw the movie and it was exactly like the book. August Wilson was a genius, a great story teller. As you read the pages, you are actually right there in the midst of the characters. When you see the movie, you'll know exactly what comes next. Denzel Washington did a great job as director and actor. The entire cast was awesome. It's a play by play in the rarest form. I want to see the movie again, with a bunch of friends. I certainly hope they make another movie from Mr. Wilsons play list.