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All My Sons: George's Character

All My Sons: George's Character
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Key Info
  • All My Sons: George's Character
  • Duration: 02:41
  • The function of George Deever is explored in some depth in this clip, which begins with Arthur Miller explaining what it is George represents (the return of truth, and of the repressed). His points are exemplified further through a clip of a read through rehearsal, which is followed by the actors Finbar Lynch and Margaret Leicester talking about the impact that his character has. This comes together in a clip from the 1986 Universal Pictures production.
  • Subject:

    English

       Topic:

    Drama: Post 1900

  • Keywords: figure, catalyst, function, improvisation, drama, theatre, Arthur Miller
Ideas for use in class
  • Use the Universal Productions clip as a teaser prior to reading/seeing the play. What can the students learn about the characters and the relationships between them from this clip? Show it again after studying the play. How might the students themselves produce this scene? What changes would they make, now that they have a full understanding of the play?
Background details
  • Clip language : English
  • Aspect ratio : 16x9
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