"Lies of Love and Memory Swirl Through ‘Unknown Soldier’: This thoughtful, history-spanning portrait of elusive identities testifies to the versatility of its composer, Michael Friedman."
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"Every Day a Little Death: 'Endlings' and 'Unknown Soldier'"
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"Michael Friedman's Accomplished Score in 'Unknown Soldier' Is Trapped in Nonsense: The late composer's memory is let down by collaborators Daniel Goldstein and Trip Cullman at Playwrights Horizons."
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"What first appears to be a prettily arranged tearjerker is in fact a surprisingly tough-minded meditation on love, loss, memory, and the stories -- true or not -- by which families live. It is the most original and accomplished new musical to turn up so far this season."
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"Friedman's score...is an eloquent reminder of a prodigious talent cut down too early. The story, or stories, don't hang entirely together, and the emotional payoff isn't as mighty as it aims to be. But it's a strong effort with many rewarding moments."
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3/5 Stars. "An intriguing and sometimes frustrating chamber musical by Daniel Goldstein and the late Michael Friedman."
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"This choppy John Irving-style saga wanly blends time-shifting with romantic drama for a dense, cloying and dull 90 minutes. Daniel Goldstein's original book is an uninvolving patchwork of hoary clichés reminiscent of Nicholas Sparks' works."
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"One feels a deep gratitude that Friedman lived long enough to pen this score and an equally great sadness that we won't hear new creations from this singular talent...Based on 'Unknown Soldier,' Friedman would have become a true musical force to be reckoned with."
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