It is quite stunning how the amazing contrast can be amazing when combined. Yes he is suicidal, and she does have hope, but there is much more deepy rooted in their speech. She is almost the wisened character of this musical, seeing as she has been through almost every form of abuse, and yet still has the courage to press on with life and try to find some happiness. But no matter how hard she tries to convince him that life is worth living, he is set on taking his own life.
It is quite stunning how the amazing contrast can be amazing when combined. Yes he is suicidal, and she does have hope, but there is much more deepy rooted in their speech. She is almost the wisened character of this musical, seeing as she has been through almost every form of abuse, and yet still has the courage to press on with life and try to find some happiness. But no matter how hard she tries to convince him that life is worth living, he is set on taking his own life.