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“View from the Bridge” and “All My Sons” are two plays written by the American playwright Arthur Miller.
“All My Sons” was first produced in 1947 and is a post-World War II drama that explores themes of guilt, responsibility, and the American Dream. The story revolves around the Keller family, particularly Joe Keller, a businessman who knowingly sold defective airplane parts to the military during the war, resulting in the deaths of 21 pilots. The play delves into the moral and emotional consequences of Joe’s actions on himself and his family.
“A View from the Bridge” premiered in 1955 and is set in the Italian-American neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. The play centers around Eddie Carbone, a longshoreman who becomes obsessed with his niece Catherine. When Catherine falls in love with an illegal immigrant named Rodolpho, tensions escalate, leading to betrayal and tragedy. “A View from the Bridge” explores themes of masculinity, immigration, and the complexities of family relationships.
Both plays are regarded as classics of American theater and showcase Miller’s skillful exploration of social issues and human morality. They continue to be performed and studied by audiences and scholars around the world.
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