Writers DeClue and Kazurinsky have created a recognizable geography for every age; you suspect that About Last Night will set off pangs of identification everywhere.

Engaging performances from the two leads are complemented by a witty script with some great one-liners, and five-star support from James Belushi.

Homework assignment: Is the decision to change both the title and the thrust of Mamet's play evidence of perversity or of perversion? Due tomorrow. Class dismissed.

It has a lot to say about the fears people have about committing themselves to a relationship.