The Duchess of Malfi Flashcards
1
Q
Sources of the play?
A
The Palace of Pleasure - William Painter
Novelle - Matteo Bandelo
2
Q
What are the major themes of The Duchess of Malfi?
A
Revenge*, violence, passion
3
Q
How do the stylistic elements connect to the play?
A
Bosola is corrupted by revenge and in the attempt of destroying something evil he becomes evil
4
Q
What is the use of lighting in the play?
A
- Light = sexual freedom
- Imitates the audience experience to the Duchess’
- Darkness = unknown (when it comes to knowledge)
5
Q
What is the meaning of theatre for this play?
A
A process of fake revelation and trickery that mimicks the impossibility of political certainty during the Jacobean Period
