Measure for Measure: A Comedy

The video explores Shakespeare's 'Measure For Measure,' focusing on its classification as a comedy despite its complex and often unhappy marriages. It examines the blurred lines between comedy and tragedy, the role of the Duke as a playwright figure, and the moral instruction within the play. The analysis highlights the flawed nature of the characters and the societal norms they navigate, particularly through the character of Isabella. The play is ultimately seen as a critique of the comedic form and the role of playwrights in culture.

What does the play suggest about the relationship between law and morality?

What role does social context play in the marriages depicted in the play?

How does the play depict the concept of virtue and its challenges?

Evaluate the ending of Measure for Measure and its implications for the characters involved.