Implicit meaning of "Venus in Fur"

Around page 52 of the play, Thomas and (W)Vanda have a verbal conflict about the implicit meaning of Venus in Fur. Thomas argues that the two characters in the play are "handcuffed by the heart." Vanda believes that women in the book/play are seen as "villains" and that the two characters are bound together by "his passion".

Does Thomas' diligent studying make his opinion of the story's intent more valid than Vanda's? And what do you all think the implicit meaning is solely based on this play?

Solely based on this play, I believe that both opinions about the implicit meaning of the play are valid. If I had to completely choose a side to agree with, it would be Vanda's. If the man in the play did not ask to be submissive (in order to be more powerful) then Vanda (the original character) would not have been in a position of being powerless at the end.