Act 1 - All My Sons - Journal Notes

In act one we discover the characters traits and relations with one another. We see Joe becoming the main centre of attention, particularly in his garden, when we begin to see Nature becoming a revolving source of imagery with Joe's tree falling down in the wind. As this tree holds a great significance, it resembles some themes, such as Death, Mystery and Upset (though upset can derive from bereavement).

As the tree is a monument to the disappearance of Larry on the 25th November we begin to learn the story of Joe's business experience and how he could of got into trouble with the law.

The most notable device so far within Act 1 is the imagery used to a obvious effect.

The themes present so far are, Mystery, Death, Deception, Love and Companionship.

Joe