The Sunset Limited
“Nothing is ever black or white.”
DramaTV Movie
A deeply religious black ex-con thwarts the suicide attempt of an asocial white college professor who tries to throw himself in front of an oncoming subway train, 'The Sunset Limited.' As the one attempts to connect on a rational, spiritual and emotional level, the other remains steadfast in his hard-earned despair. Locked in a philosophical debate, both passionately defend their personal credos and try to convert the other.
VIBE
A stark, dialogue-heavy chamber piece that feels like a philosophical duel. It's an intense, claustrophobic exploration of faith and despair, best suited for quiet contemplation.
philosophicalintenseclaustrophobicsomberintellectualslow-burnminimalistdialogue-drivenstage play adaptationcharacter studyfaithnihilismexistentialismdespairhope
two-hander
