Death of a Salesman “He believes that salesmanship is based on ‘sterling traits of character’ and ‘a pleasing personality.’ But Willy does not have the requisite sterling traits of character; people simply do not like him as much as he thinks is necessary for success.” Ben symbolizes another kind of successful American Dream for Willy: to catch opportunity, to conquer nature, and to gain a fortune. His mantra goes: “Why, boys, when I was seventeen I walked into the jungle, and when I was twenty-one I walked out. (He laughs.) And by God I was rich.” After seeing his father's real identity, Biff does
Death of a Salesman (1966 U.S. film) Direction Individual Achievements in Electronic Production - Electronic Cameramen Individual Achievements in Electronic Production - Lighting Directors Individual Achievements in Electronic Production - Technical Directors Individual Achievements in Electronic Production - Video Tape Editing Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Single Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Drama Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Single Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Drama Personal Award Best Spoken Word, Documentary or Drama Recording Death of a Salesman (1966 U.S. film) Death of a Salesman is a 1966 American made-for-television film adaptation of the play of the