Arthur Miller's play “A View From the Bridge” revolves around the downfall of a tragic hero Eddie Carbone, who happens to be a man of Costa lives in Red Hook, Brooklyn with his wife Beatrice and granddaughter Catherine. The excerpt under review is a scene in which Eddie reinforces the dangers of betraying his family by specifically reporting them as illegal immigrants to the Immigration Service. It does this by telling the story of Vinny Bolzano who accomplished exactly that. Miller makes this a fascinating moment to return to when informed of what happens later in the play because of its significance in presenting situational irony, character development, and foreshadowing important events. For starters, this is the final scene. before Marco and Rodolpho enter the scene and everything changes in the Carbone house. This is the final scene where Eddie demonstrates his dominance in the house, he tells Catherine that she was "a child then" in the time of Vinny's setting, which conveys that he is aware that she is older and more mature now, however , continually refers to her as "little girl", belittling her and denying the fact that she doesn't have to stay at their house or with Eddie longer. Eddie is also “standing in front of the two seated women” towards the end of the conversation, exemplifying the hierarchy that exists in their home and its prevalence over the two women. As events continue to unfold, Eddie's defeat gradually begins. Furthermore, in addition to being the dominant figure at this point in the play, other characteristics of Eddie are shown such as his sense of loyalty and principle. From this excerpt we conclude that there is an honor code in the Red Hook community. Eddie is a man who pays a... middle of paper......haunted roles in Eddie's mind as Eddie develops incestuous emotions towards Catherine and neglects Beatrice. Unexpectedly and ironically, Eddie's last words before his death were "My B!" – instead of Catherine. Unlike any other moment in the script, the once-dominant Eddie now needs Beatrice more than she needs him, and Catherine, once cast aside, no longer aims to meet Eddie's expectations or seek his approval . In conclusion, Miller managed to make this moment fascinating. through the inclusion of a carefully constructed plot, external and internal conflicts and themes, which aided situational irony, foreshadowing and character development. Because of Vinny Bolzano's story and the themes of power and honor, the audience was completely taken by surprise by Eddie's next actions and could appreciate the scene being examined..