Monday, November 14, 2011

Is it the Reflection of my Subconscious?

I am a recognized play writer in England, famous for many of my plays such as the one of Hamlet. Born in Stratford upon Avon, I left behind many tragedies and comedies after my death. Unlike many of men's works, mine still remain alive, being analized by important people like Sigmund Freud and ordinary people just like you. It has caught my attention the psychoanalysist creator's thoughts of my character Hamlet, and the connection he believes exists with the play and my personal life. If I were still alive, your doubts and questions might have been answered, but since it is not this way, it will always remain a mystery in your lives. One way or another, I find interesting that someone has deeply analized my piece with my life. It is evident and true that there is a relationship between Hamlet and my son Hamnet, as the name clearly almost repeats itself. It is also a fact that this play was written by me shortly after my father's death in 1601. It may be common that many of you assume a clear connection since both cases state a relationship with my family, aswell as Hamlet the character does. Of course I am aware of the association since at the moment I wrote the tragic piece, I was also overcoming tragic moments. Anyways, I don't believe I am the first or the last to do so, since writer's subconsciously or not include a piece of themselves in their writing. Nonetheless, it is not based in my life since I am not the Hamlet in the story. However, Freud's response to my play does express an accurate understanding on the main character. Being impulsive and decisive on revenging his father's death, Hamlet struggles upon the way, seeming to be insane and doubting his actions.

1 comment:

  1. Please note Francine, the term is ¨playwright.¨ Interesting take on the assignment.

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