Georges Duroy (played by Robert Pattinson) is a protagonist in Bel Ami.
A penniless former soldier and office clerk in 1880s Paris who gradually improves his social and financial standing by using his wit and powers of seduction to charm wealthy women. Madeleine Forestier (played by Uma Thurman) is a protagonist in Bel Ami.
Wife of Charles Forestier. Georges meets her at her home, where she is part of the social circle that initially helps him establish himself in Paris society. Clotilde de Marelle (played by Christina Ricci) appears in Bel Ami.
A friend of Madeleine Forestier whom Georges encounters during his visit to Charles Forestier's home. Charles Forestier (played by Philip Glenister) appears in Bel Ami.
A well-off old friend of Georges from the Algerian war. He invites Georges to his home, introducing him to his wife and her influential friends.
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Characters
Georges Duroy
(played by Robert Pattinson) — protagonist
A penniless former soldier and office clerk in 1880s Paris who gradually improves his social and financial standing by using his wit and powers of seduction to charm wealthy women.
Madeleine Forestier
(played by Uma Thurman) — protagonist
Wife of Charles Forestier. Georges meets her at her home, where she is part of the social circle that initially helps him establish himself in Paris society.
Clotilde de Marelle
(played by Christina Ricci) — supporting
A friend of Madeleine Forestier whom Georges encounters during his visit to Charles Forestier's home.
Charles Forestier
(played by Philip Glenister) — supporting
A well-off old friend of Georges from the Algerian war. He invites Georges to his home, introducing him to his wife and her influential friends.
Key Relationships
Madeleine Forestier → Clotilde de Marelle
(Social Friends)
Georges Duroy → Clotilde de Marelle
(Romantic Interest)
Georges Duroy → Madeleine Forestier
(Romantic Interest)
Charles Forestier → Madeleine Forestier
(Family Husband)
Georges Duroy → Charles Forestier
(Social Old Friends)
Story Analysis
A penniless soldier uses charm and manipulation to climb the social ladder in 1880s Paris.
