Arthur Miller Biography

Career Highlights

The Man Who Had All the Luck (1944) revolves around a person who believes he has no control over his life but is instead the victim of chance. All My Sons (1947) explores the effect of past decisions on the present and future of the individual. Death of a Salesman (1949) addresses the loss of identity, as well as a man's inability to accept change within himself and society. The Crucible (1953) re-creates the Salem witch trials, focusing on paranoid hysteria as well as the individual's struggle to remain true to ideals and convictions.

A View from the Bridge (1955) details three people and their experiences in crime. After the Fall (1964) focuses on betrayal as a trait of humanity. Incident at Vichy (1964) confronts a person's struggle with guilt and responsibility. The Price (1968) tells the story of an individual confronted with free will and the burden of responsibility.

Fame (1970) tells the story of a famous playwright who is confronted but not recognized. The American Clock (1980) focuses on the Depression and its effects on the individual, while Elegy for a Lady (1982) addresses death and its effects on relationships. Some Kind of Love Story (1982) centers on society and the corruption of justice.

The Ride Down Mountain Morgan (1991) centers around a man who believes he can obtain everything he wants. The Last Yankee (1993) explores the changing needs of individuals and the resulting tension that arises within a marriage. Broken Glass (1994) tells the story of individuals using denial as a tool to escape pain. Miller also wrote the screenplay for the movie version of The Crucible, which was produced in 1996.


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