One act plays seem to be a hit or miss for me. Luckily, Trifles is a definite hit! I really like how the male/female dynamic was represented in this play. The men thought that they were doing all of the work and it wasn't the women's job to look for the murder motive, but in the end it was the women who discovered the motive. The scene where the bird is in one of teh women's pockets while the men are in the room is a great use of dramatic irony. We know that the bird is there, but the men don't. I was kept on edge because the bird could have been discovered any second seeing as it was only concealed by a piece of fabric.I'd definitely read it again.
I agree! I'm always hesitant about one act plays, though they definitely have their place. I really enjoyed this play and I think after this play I have a new appreciation for one act plays. I definitely recommend The Last Leaf by O. Henry if you're interested in reading more one acts.
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