ASSIGNMENT: Machinal is a play inspired by the true story of Ruth Snyder and tells the story,through the Expressionist method and form, of a Young Woman who goes to extreme measures in order to be free from her marriage. How does Machinal get its themes of societal sexism, expectations, and heteronormativity across in a play? Could this work in any other medium, such as a graphic novel or book? Why does it have to (or not have to) be a play? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of seeing the story live on a stage.
