Character Relationship Map: Romance

Characters

• Rita Cavallini (played by Greta Garbo) — protagonist
• Cornelius 'Conny' Van Tuyl (played by Lewis Stone) — protagonist
• Tom Armstrong (played by Gavin Gordon) — supporting
• Harry (played by Elliott Nugent) — supporting
• Minor Role (uncredited) (played by Roy D'Arcy) — supporting
• Susan Van Tuyl (played by Florence Lake) — supporting
• Abigail Armstrong (played by Clara Blandick) — supporting
• Opera Audience Member (uncredited) (played by Rolfe Sedan) — minor
• Armstrong's Butler Jason (uncredited) (played by James T. Mack) — minor
• New Year's Eve Taxi Driver (uncredited) (played by Pat Harmon) — minor
• Gossiping Party Guest (uncredited) (played by William Stack) — minor
• Tearful Woman at Opera (uncredited) (played by Margaret Mann) — minor
• Theater Manager Beppo (played by Henry Armetta) — supporting
• Rita's Maid Vannucci (played by Mathilde Comont) — supporting
• Nina (played by Rina De Liguoro) — supporting
• Organ Grinder (played by Agostino Borgato) — minor

Story Analysis

A cautionary tale about love across social classes that ultimately endorses following one's heart

Plot Progression

1. The Confession
2. The Forbidden Attraction
3. The Discovery
4. The Unexpected Counsel