In the following essay, Bentley surveys de Filippo's themes in his major plays and discusses the influence of his life in Naples on de Filippo's work.
Both in technique and philosophy...
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In the following essay, Maurino presents an overview of de Filippo's plays, focusing on their Neapolitan themes.
At the end of World War II the plays of Eduardo De Filippo, a Neapolitan writ...
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In the following essay, D'Aponte recounts discussions she has had with de Filippo.
January 4, 10:00 P.m. Teatro Eliseo, Rome
“People do become monuments.” Eduardo De Filippo is...
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In the following excerpt, Mignone examines the role of the city of Naples in shaping de Filippo's art.
Naples: De Filippo's Major Inspiration
Eric Bentley has put well the need for ex...
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In the following excerpt, Mignone explores the development of de Filippo's major themes as they appeared in his early, often critically neglected plays.
From Farce to Satire
De Filippo...
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Critical Essay by Eric Bentley
