Character Relationships in Drag

David Carroll (played by Richard Barthelmess) is a protagonist in Drag. The protagonist who moves to Paris, Vermont, to run a local newspaper. He marries Allie Parker and moves into her family's home, enduring their constant interference. Frustrated, he leaves for New York, where he finds theatrical success with Dot's help. Despite falling for Dot, he honors his marriage vows to Allie. After the Parkers intrude on his New York life and Allie chooses her family again, David abandons the apartment and departs on a ship, declaring himself free. Dot (played by Lila Lee) appears in Drag. A sophisticated local woman initially intrigued by David. In New York, she becomes a successful costume designer and plays a crucial role in getting David's musical play accepted by a producer. Though she falls in love with David, she respectfully steps aside when he remains devoted to his marriage vows. Allie Parker (played by Alice Day) appears in Drag. David's wife who refuses to live independently, insisting on staying with her family. She consistently sides with her parents and siblings against David, causing marital strife. In New York, she brings her entire family along, again choosing them over her husband, which leads to the marriage's end. Baby (played by Garry Watson) appears in Drag. Included among the Parker family members living under the same roof as the newlyweds. The baby's presence exacerbates the domestic chaos and lack of privacy, intensifying David's frustration with his in-laws. Clara (played by Margaret Fielding) appears in Drag. Another member of the Parker family who resides in the same household as David and Allie. Her presence, along with the rest of the family, contributes to the oppressive domestic atmosphere that drives David to seek escape in New York.

Character Relationship Map: Drag

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Story Analysis

A man's struggle between marital duty, familial obligation, and personal freedom.

Plot Progression

  1. Vermont Entanglement
  2. Domestic Struggle
  3. New York Ascent
  4. Family Intrusion
  5. Dockside Liberation

Directed by Frank Lloyd

Drag (1929) · 6.7/10 · drama

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