Sex, Lies, Witches & Executions. That’s just the beginning of this literary masterpiece. The book “The Crucible” by Arthur Miller is an amazing piece of literature. It has been adapted in many forms such as Broadway productions, plays, and movies. Although, without a doubt some adaptations are better than others. All examples given, have their own variations and embellishments, this is what uniquely separates them from each other. In general, John Proctor is a poor tormented soul. John believes that his affair with Abigail Williams has damned him to hell, as well as make him unforgivable in his wife’s eyes. Throughout the story Proctor lacks the ability to forgive himself for the horrible sin that he had committed. The affair and John’s inability to forgive himself leaves his relationship with Elizabeth strained throughout the majority of the story. The text alludes to this by reminding the reader of how “cold” the Proctor household is starting to become as John and Elizabeth exchange dialogue. He is mad at his wife because she cannot forgive him, he resents her for this and hypocritically he can’t even forgive himself. In the book, John Proctor is seen as a strong, logical man who isn’t afraid of hard work. During the story the reader pictures Proctor as a tall, built farmhand with a …show more content…
Daniel Day-Lewis has won three Oscars for his roles in other films as well as 3 Golden Globe Awards. This well renowned actor brought new life to John Proctor on the screen of the film. Portraying the anger, pain and Guilt that John Proctor felt in the book, but on screen better than readers could have imagined. Rolling Stone said “Daniel Day-Lewis performs with a quiet power.” (Stone) In the movie he remains strong, logical, and vigilant while still battling for his wife’s forgiveness. Every time Day-Lewis is on screen, viewers can empathize with the emotion and anguish of John