The Diary of Anne Frank
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The Diary of Anne Frank By Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett Characters: Mr. Frank Mrs. Frank Miep
Mr. Kraler Margot Frank Anne Frank Mr. Van Daan Mrs. Van Daan Peter Van Daan Dussel Act I, scene i Setting November, 1945, Amsterdam, Holland The third floor of an office building
The entire play is a flashback. The diary serves as a means for reliving the past Characterization Mr. Frank calls himself a “bitter old man” – he has lost his entire family He wants all of his papers burned; memories are too painful
The speech Anne gives at the end of each scene – excerpts from actual diary – comes from darkness to give audience an ominous feeling In the first one, she tells of the denial of freedoms. Act I, scene ii July, 1945 Van Daans are dressed well, a sign of wealth. Mrs. Van Daan clutches her belongings, wears a fur coat Mr. Van Daan is nervously pacing, smoking The Franks arrive on the scene. All characters wear the yellow Star of David Anne’s entrance shows she is curious – she checks everything out
-The carillon Represents freedom -Anne’s star – Represents her faith
Mr. Frank’s explanation of the rules shows audience how careful they have to be about noise Characterization Mr. Frank -shows kindness by making Peter feel comfortable -shows optimism by pointing out advantages to Anne Anne tries to go downstairs to get a pencil; Mr. Frank grabs her and ex plains that she must NEVER go downstairs, not even on weekends or after hours.
-frightened by noises -calls Miep and Mr. Kraler their “protectors” -her mother treats her like a baby, which she loathes – CONFLICT/MAN VS MAN Act I, scene iii They are waiting for Mr. Frank to give the signal that their day-long quiet is over… Characterization Anne hides Peter’s shoes in an effort to get his attention (and so begins the love subplot) Anne wants to dance with someone so they remember how to have fun This shows her playful side. Peter wants to be alone with the cat.
Mrs. Van Daan’s fur coat Represents memories of her past life, of her father Mrs. Van Daan seems to be encouraging Anne’s advances toward Peter Suspense The mention that Miep is late, combined with the automobile coming to a screeching halt terrifies all Anne comes out of room dressed in Peter’s clothing He retaliates by mentioning “Mrs. Quack Quack,” yet Anne is proud her essay was read aloud in class Conflict -The w.c. is causing problems… -Mr. Van Daan vs. Anne’s nosiness -Mrs. Van Daan’s flirtations with Mr. Frank Characterization Mr. Van Daan -Complains about food - selfish -accustomed to much more Mrs. Van Daan -vain – shows her legs, talks about herself Anne – jealous of Margot -“Excellent, excellent, excellent” -sensitive to others – sees Miep as a person, not a convenience -hides Mr. Van Daan’s pipe – shows she’s a little bratty, craves attention Mr. Van Daan compares her to Margot; later, her mother does the same Anne reveals her dream to be a dancer, singer, artist in Paris, not a “domestic girl” Anne spills milk on Mrs. Van Daan’s coat – this time the audience can sympathize – it’s from her father Irony Anne’s mother is saying “Why don’t you be more like Margot”; the audience knows better than her own mother – Anne will probably rebel more Anne storms off, upset. Mr. Kraler buzzes Asks if Mr. Frank could take in another person – He agrees without hesitation (characterization) Mr. Van Daan is worried about food, embarrasses Peter Peter offers his bed, a sign that Mr. Frank has an influence (thank goodness) Dussel, a dentist, will move in and share a room with Anne Dussel - very nervous, has his medical bag (takes pills), allergic to Mouschi Dussel is not very social
houseboat, Anne can see a family living there (symbol of freedom)
Act I, scenes iv and v Scene opens; everyone is in bed Mr. Van Daan steals down the stairs – we can infer he is stealing food foreshadowing Anne has a nightmare that the Nazis are taking her Characterization Mrs. Frank -truly wants to comfort daughter; shows real concern despite conflict Anne rejects her mother; asks for father Suspense Anne’s screams How has Dussel changed? Was grateful/humble – now he is a complainer “Unfortunately, no.” Why is this comment ironic? Anne rejects mother – Why does Anne do this? Mrs. Frank’s criticism of her Characterization Mr. Frank’s advice – He doesn’t lecture – sets a good example
Man vs. herself Good Anne vs. Bad Anne Mr. Frank’s advice: build your own character – we can only set an example for you Act I, scene v Scene opens and it's Hanukkah! Anne uses ingenuity to create presents: Margot: an erased crossword puzzle book Mrs. VD: shampoo Mr. VD: homemade cigarettes Peter: safety razor Mouschi: ball Dussel: ear plugs Mr. Frank: scarf Mrs. Frank: IOU of doing anything she says
Mr. VD vs. Peter Mr. VD wants cat/Peter gone!!!
a crash is heard below - suspense! it was a thief Dussel says: we are in greater danger now than ever Mr. Frank calms everyone down NO MONOLOGUE! Why? Yüklə 35,5 Kb. Dostları ilə paylaş:
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