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The Subject Was Roses
Book • 1962
'The Subject Was Roses' is a three-character drama that explores the strained relationships within an Irish-American family.
The play centers on the homecoming of a World War II veteran, Timmy Cleary, and the complex dynamics between him, his emotionally distant father, John, and his long-suffering mother, Nettie.
As they attempt to reconnect, long-standing resentments and unspoken feelings surface, revealing the deep-seated issues that plague their interactions.
The play delves into themes of love, resentment, and the challenges of communication within a family.
Through its realistic dialogue and poignant portrayal of human emotions, it captures the universal struggles of familial relationships.
'The Subject Was Roses' is a powerful and moving exploration of the complexities of family life.
The play centers on the homecoming of a World War II veteran, Timmy Cleary, and the complex dynamics between him, his emotionally distant father, John, and his long-suffering mother, Nettie.
As they attempt to reconnect, long-standing resentments and unspoken feelings surface, revealing the deep-seated issues that plague their interactions.
The play delves into themes of love, resentment, and the challenges of communication within a family.
Through its realistic dialogue and poignant portrayal of human emotions, it captures the universal struggles of familial relationships.
'The Subject Was Roses' is a powerful and moving exploration of the complexities of family life.
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as a play written by his father, Frank D. Gilroy, who won a Pulitzer Prize for it.


Tony Gilroy

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