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5 out of 5 stars: A Landmark Work of Magical Realism about Post-War America
Amazon Review By JonSnyc on 1/26/2014
Angels in America is a drama, set in the Regan era, about post-war America from the 50s through the 80s. Produced as a mini-series by HBO, based on the play in two Parts by Tony Kuschner, Angels in America is a gay-themed work by a gay author, cleverly weaving politically and socially relevant characters and issues into a broader tapestry portraying the lives of men and women in 1980s New York at the height of the emerging AIDS epidemic. . . The characters in the drama are caught up in the sweep of contemporary trends and converse much about politics, culture and the human condition with passion and humor: AIDS, politics, race, political and sexual orientation, loyalty, cowardice, religion, the conflict between the political Left and Right, American history.
Angels in America may well be most interesting and its subtle humor most accessible to viewers on the Left side of the political spectrum, though thoughtful conservatives can also find much entertainment and food for thought in this epic drama.
Angels in America, based on its clever construction, narrative brilliance, sensitive probing of eternal themes, and masterful literary technique, is -- in my opinion -- a masterpiece of American theater. It is far from light entertainment and certainly nothing for the weakhearted or weak-headed. Anyone interested in serious theater/film reflecting high literary ambitions and the intent to engage pressing political and cultural issues should find the investment of some seven hours well repaid.