Dr. Gelster — Big Jim McLain Character Profile

About Dr. Gelster

Psychiatrist treating Willie Nomaka. Reluctantly follows orders to silence party members and accidentally kills Baxter. Arrested and convicted for murder.

Character Facts

Played by

Gayne Whitman

Appears in

Big Jim McLain (1952)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (4)

• Dr. Gelster — Conflict Arch Enemy — Jim McLain (John Wayne)

  Direct antagonists due to Gelster's role in Baxter's death and communist affiliation.

• Dr. Gelster — Conflict Victim & Killer — Mal Baxter (James Arness)

  Tragic antagonist relationship where Gelster's actions directly cause Baxter's death.

• Dr. Gelster — Power Subordinate & Leader — Sturak (Alan Napier)

  Hierarchical relationship where Sturak issues direct operational commands to Gelster.

• Dr. Gelster — Alliance Helpful Associate — Nancy Vallon (Nancy Olson)

  Professional connection where Nancy's assistance indirectly aids the agents' case.

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