Character Relationship Map: The Gamble

Characters

• Francesco Sacredo (played by Matthew Modine) — protagonist
• Contessa Matilda Von Wallenstein (played by Faye Dunaway) — protagonist
• Lady Olivia Candioni (played by Jennifer Beals) — supporting
• Padre di Francesco (played by Ian Bannen) — supporting
• Jacqueline (played by Corinne Cléry) — supporting
• Federico (played by Feodor Chaliapin Jr.) — supporting
• Blond Maid (played by Karina Huff) — supporting
• Old fiancé of Olivia (played by Jacques Herlin) — supporting

Key Relationships

• Padre di Francesco → Jacqueline (Professional Employer)
• Lady Olivia Candioni → Old fiancé of Olivia (Romantic Former Fiancé)
• Contessa Matilda Von Wallenstein → Lady Olivia Candioni (Conflict Rival)
• Contessa Matilda Von Wallenstein → Padre di Francesco (Conflict Gaming Opponent)
• Francesco Sacredo → Blond Maid (Professional Household Staff)
• Francesco Sacredo → Federico (Social Family Friend)
• Francesco Sacredo → Jacqueline (Professional Household Staff)
• Francesco Sacredo → Lady Olivia Candioni (Romantic Love Interest)
• Francesco Sacredo → Contessa Matilda Von Wallenstein (Conflict Antagonist)
• Francesco Sacredo → Padre di Francesco (Family Father)

Story Analysis

A story of lost fortune, revenge, and redemption through high-stakes gambling

Plot Progression

1. The Homecoming
2. The Shattering Truth
3. The Social Arena
4. The High Stakes