John Patrick Shanley
John Patrick Shanley is an American playwright, screenwriter, and director. He is best known for writing the play 'Doubt: A Parable', which won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play in 2005. He also wrote the screenplay for the film 'Moonstruck', for which he won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay in 1988. His work often explores themes of human nature, morality, and relationships.
Books
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1. Doubt: A Parable
"Doubt: A Parable" is a gripping play set in a 1960s Bronx Catholic school, where the principal, Sister Aloysius, suspects the charismatic Father Flynn of improper relations with a student. As she seeks the truth, her convictions are challenged by the uncertainties and moral complexities of the situation. The play explores the nature of belief, the struggle for certainty in a world of ambiguity, and the consequences of acting on convictions in the absence of proof. Through its intense dialogue and powerful character dynamics, the narrative examines the fine line between righteousness and self-deception, leaving audiences to grapple with their interpretations of guilt and innocence.
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