Dec 23, 2009

Death and the Maiden | Topics for Further Study

Summarize the evidence presented that Roberto Miranda is the doctor who raped and tortured Paulina. Does the play offer convincing evidence for his guilt or innocence?

Compare director Roman Polanski's film adaptation to Dorfman's original text. Screenwriters Dorfman and Rafael Yglesias altered the play's ending, providing further evidence that Miranda is guilty. Do you think this detracts from the play's original vision?

How do the life roles or careers of each of the characters seem to be reflected in their actions and beliefs?

Analyze the different ways the...