by Arthur Miller
All My Sons implied on the parents narration, describing the details of the parents' sons' lives. I think the author tried to express the consequences of one's action on the life of another, even when they have nothing to do with the deed performed. I think the script managed to capture it.
The script is a drama that centers around the Keller family, mainly Joe Keller. Joe Keller lost his son, Larry - though his wife, Kate, believed that Larry is still alive somewhere - and was visited by Larry's girl, Annie. His other son, Chris, expressed the desire to marry Annie, and soon opens up another plot behind the complexity of the two family relations.
After getting to the end of the book did I realize the breadcrumbs that Kate left from the start. In that way, the author have been dropping hints at what really happen but we were taken with the narrative of people and wants to believe what they believe in. The technique used was appropriate at building the mystery.
Characters in All My Sons are likable. They each have their strengths and weaknesses plus being able to resolve conflicts on their own. Such strong character, even when disagreeable, are hard to forget. I find this part good, because unforgettable characters made an evergreen story.
The cons of this script is the slow start. It wasn't very entertaining as the author tries to build up on the world but it gets better once that gets cleared up.
A book worth reading.
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