Character Relationship Map: Amy

Characters

• Amy Medford (played by Jenny Agutter) — protagonist

  Protagonist who leaves her wealthy husband in 1913 to teach speech to deaf students in the Appalachian Mountains. She builds a new life, connects with staff and students, and gains the strength to con...

• Dr. Ben Corcoran (played by Barry Newman) — protagonist
• Helen Gibbs (played by Kathleen Nolan) — supporting
• Lyle Ferguson (played by Lou Fant) — supporting
• Hazel Johnson (played by Margaret O'Brien) — supporting
• Malvina (played by Nanette Fabray) — supporting
• Mrs. Lindey (played by Frances Bay) — supporting
• Edgar Wanbuck (played by Lance LeGault) — supporting
• Rose Metcalf (played by Lucille Benson) — supporting
• Clyde Pruett (played by Jonathan Daly) — supporting

Key Relationships

• Dr. Ben Corcoran → Helen Gibbs (Professional Colleague)
• Amy Medford → Clyde Pruett (Alliance Supporter)
• Amy Medford → Rose Metcalf (Alliance Supporter)
• Amy Medford → Mrs. Lindey (Professional Colleague)
• Amy Medford → Malvina (Professional Teacher-Student)
• Amy Medford → Hazel Johnson (Professional Colleague)
• Amy Medford → Lyle Ferguson (Professional Colleague)
• Amy Medford → Helen Gibbs (Professional Colleague)
• Amy Medford → Dr. Ben Corcoran (Professional Colleague)
• Amy Medford → Edgar Wanbuck (Family Ex-Husband)

Story Analysis

A woman leaves a controlling marriage to find purpose and strength while teaching deaf children in rural Appalachia.

Plot Progression

1. Escape from Control
2. Roots in the Mountains
3. Building Bridges
4. Claiming Independence