David Mamet's rapier wit and incredible talent for dialogue made this play riveting from the opening scene - despite the cast's somewhat dodgy interpretations of the American accent.

The play, only an hour long, sets out to expose the cynical side of Hollywood as three characters are confronted with the possibility of making a meaningful, arthouse movie instead of a brainless, big-budget blockbuster.

Giles Coghlin was excellent as producer Bobby Gould, battling with his conscience, while Richard Lindfield gave a fine portrayal of his greedy and embittered associate Charlie Fox.

Only the relationship between Bobby and his idealistic secretary Karen, played by Cassandra Hodges, lacked a certain spark.

Nonetheless, a great play with a script so good, it couldn't fail.