Character Relationship Map: Ivy

Characters

• Ivy (played by Joan Fontaine) — protagonist
• Dr. Roger Gretorex (played by Patric Knowles) — supporting
• Miles Rushworth (played by Herbert Marshall) — supporting
• Inspector Orpington (played by Cedric Hardwicke) — supporting

Canonical Relationships

Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.

• Inspector Orpington → Dr. Roger Gretorex (Professional Skeptical Investigator)

  Orpington investigates the death and tells the dead man's mother that he believes Roger is sacrificing himself for Ivy.

• Ivy → Miles Rushworth (Romantic Pursuer And Desired Suitor)

  Ivy sees an opportunity in wealthy Miles Rushworth and is determined to have him despite being married.

• Ivy → Dr. Roger Gretorex (Romantic Lover)

  The plot states that Ivy is having an affair with the infatuated Dr. Roger Gretorex.

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Dr. Roger Gretorex → Miles Rushworth (Social Rival Suitors)

  Roger is having an affair with Ivy, while Ivy is simultaneously determined to obtain Miles as another romantic prospect.

• Ivy → Inspector Orpington (Conflict Suspect And Investigator)

  Inspector Orpington investigates the mysterious death, remains suspicious of foul play, and uncovers new evidence while Ivy's plot is under scrutiny.

• Miles Rushworth → Inspector Orpington (Alliance Informed Associate)

  The plot states that Miles has been briefed on Ivy's nefarious actions before he walks out on her.

Story Analysis

An ambitious woman pursues wealth through manipulation, but her schemes collapse under investigation, rejection, and fatal consequences.

Plot Progression

1. Luxury and Forbidden Desire
2. The Fatal Escape Plan
3. A Confession Under Pressure
4. Evidence Breaks the Illusion
5. The Final Fall