Two live one-woman shows are part of the mix, and together they speak volumes about the artistic vision that underlies the Sundance philosophy. I think people see themselves and identify with what they hear, and feel spoken for. Because the show is about a taboo subject, it releases ideas, memories and feelings that have long been underground. New York critics have been quick to point out that one of the strong points of the show is the healthy dose of humor contained in the monologues. If it were really heavy and intense, it would be harder to deal with.
People come and have a really good time.
They laugh, and something begins to happen that they're not even conscious of. It's very liberating. The language is forward, and tough, and funny, and horrific. She speaks for women in their 80s, prostitutes and rape victims. To do this she went around the globe discussing, in very bold terms, women and how they relate to their sex.