Arthur Miller's political allegory of McCarthyism, in the form of The Crucible, has been adapted into a faithful companion to the work that incorporates emotion and atmosphere that may not have been available to some in the play. Miller's script is very faithful to the book, with many of the same character lines and situations in the theatrical experience. Because of this we are able to establish an active connection with the show, thus broadening our understanding of the show. Led by Daniel Day-Lewis, the plot of The Crucible is represented by a solid cast, who, for the most part, are able to involve the viewer in the story. The film contains many captivating scenes that exemplify the hysteria intended to be depicted in the play, which demands the viewers' attention while also immersing them in the emotions. The film adaptation of The Crucible is a well-crafted version of the work that not only serves as a complement to the work, but is a fun and provocative experience. The film's cast, for the most part, does an excellent job of portraying their respective characters from the play. Lewis makes an extraordinary effort in capturing the emotions that John Proctor must have felt while protecting himself and the accused. Lewis makes the character of Proctor seem more human and modern than the other characters, as in the play itself. This is made possible by Lewis' excellent ability to express the character's emotions as if they were his own, thus selling the performance to the audience. Paul Scofield is also able to accurately portray his character in Judge Danforth. His ability to stand his ground and be stubborn, as his character is in the novel, despite seemingly being the "cardboard villains" that many critics have labeled... middle of paper... but lost in his character , and made Parris' character rather boring and unimportant. His change of heart towards the end also doesn't seem convincing and was less effective than in the novel. Overall, the film adaptation of The Crucible is a fairly entertaining and faithful representation of Miller's original work. The film goes hand in hand with the play and provides the emotional input that some may be missing. Led by Daniel Day-Lewis, the cast is mostly solid and is able to actively portray the emotions of the characters and the hysteria of the village. Even if some characters fail to deliver the expected results, the film is still entertaining and can be useful in broadening your knowledge of the work. The film adaptation of The Crucible is a well-crafted version of the work that not only serves as a complement to the work, but is a fun and provocative experience..