i had seen people talking about the show on instagram for a while and i decided to try it. i admit, it was mostly FOMO and boredom that convinced me to try. but it was instant love. everything—from the writing itself to the music to the actors’ performance was a stroke of genius. i didn’t think i could ever  become emotionally attached to a show after 12 episodes, but it happened.

and then i discovered the screenplay. i was so happy, but a little hesitant. what if i didn’t love the screenplay? i’ve read plays before and they usually have more context (directions and scenery), whereas scripts don’t. but i’m so happy to say that i LOVED the script. i can’t compare the script to the adaptation because they’re very different, but what i can say is that waller-bridge’s passion is made apparent in the script. so passionate and tender. she treats every single character with respect and love. even fleabag, with all her flaws, is loveable. she’s not an evil or a bad person; she’s just coping the way she thinks is best. but she never makes any excuses. she’s human.

reading the script and watching the adaption is so interesting. when i first watched the show, i despised Dad and Godmother. but as i began to read the script, i became more empathetic toward them. they are human, and humans are complex creatures.

man, this was so beautiful. fleabag is a memorable character  and screenplay and show. so special.

note: i think it’s prob better to watch the show first and then read this.