Whos Life Is It Anyway?

The plays sole purpose is to discuss an individuals right to commit voluntary euthanasia versus medical science and human rights. Ken wishes to be discharged from the hospital (taken off life supporting machines) so that he will die. Dr Emerson, Head doctor, is fighting against Ken being discharged because he feels he could help Ken slowly recover limited movement and become more happy with his life, as he seen before. Emerson also claims Ken is unable to make such serious decisions concerning his own life (or death) since he is clinically depressed

The language that the play is written in, overall, is serious yet provocative on many levels but with the addition of poignant humour predominantly spoken from Ken, to express himself;

Suicide is the ending of ones life because of mental trauma or depression.

Dr. Scotts reaction to Kens sexual forwardness brings home the realisation to Ken that he will never be treated like a human being because in a normal situation Dr. Scott would be shocked and react appropriately.

and confident humour from John, the black hospital keeper.

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