Arthur Miller wrote The Crucible as symbolism for his failed marriage and communist hunt in America at this time in his life. However, nearly 50 years later, Miller also wrote the screenplay for his film adaptation of the play. Additionally, there were dramatic changes in scenes, characters, and dialogue between the play and the film. Miller's variation on her play shows key differences in Abigail Williams, through changes in her persona, relationship with John Proctor, and scenes added in the film. Throughout the play Abby is portrayed as what appears to be a spoiled girl, who will do whatever it takes to get what she wants. Yet, in the film, she is more of a “witch” in her character. "...But if you were trafficking with spirits in the forest, now I must know..." This scene in the play is only mentioned in the dialogue between Abby and Reverend Parris. However, in the film this phantom part is actually represented. This succeeds in showing that Abigail is the central antagonistic girl. Throughout the play, Abigail exerts her tyrannical hold on the city ...