Character Relationship Map: Creator

Characters

• Dr. Harry Wolper (played by Peter O'Toole) — protagonist

  Eccentric medical professor obsessed with cloning his late wife Lucy. He hires assistants, faces rivalry, secures a research grant, abandons his cloning project, marries Meli, and relocates to a remot...

• Meli (played by Mariel Hemingway) — supporting

  Young woman hired by Harry who provides an ovary sample for his cloning research and moves in with him. She develops romantic feelings for Harry, marries him, and accompanies him to Northfield.

• Boris Lafkin (played by Vincent Spano) — supporting

  Struggling pre-med student employed as Harry's assistant. He receives dating advice, courts Barbara, protests her life support removal, and ultimately follows Harry to Northfield.

Key Relationships

• Boris Lafkin → Meli (Alliance Co-worker)
• Dr. Harry Wolper → Meli (Professional Employer)
• Dr. Harry Wolper → Boris Lafkin (Professional Employer)

Story Analysis

A professor abandons his unethical cloning obsession after ethical awakening and romantic connection lead him to embrace genuine love and relocate.

Plot Progression

1. The Cloning Obsession
2. Shifting Loyalties
3. The Rival's Gambit
4. Release and Renewal