Using insights from psychology, sociology, anthropology, and the history of sexuality, Holmberg explores the ambiguity that drives male bonding. Personal interviews with Mamet and with the actors who have interpreted his major roles shed light on how and why men bond with each other and complement close analysis of Mamet's texts.

Autorentext
Arthur Holmberg is Professor of Theatre Arts at Brandeis University, USA.

Inhalt

1. Buddy Plays and Buddy Films: Speed-the-Plow 2. Buddy Cops: Homicide 3. Honor Among Thieves? American Buffalo 4. The Cycle of Friendship: A Life in the Theater 5. How to Sell Real Estate: Glengarry Glen Ross 6. Friends Without Benefits: Sexual Perversity in Chicago 7. Is It Legal? The Male Romance 8. The Dialog of Life: Duck Variations 9. Climbing Plato's Ladder: Edmond