Character Relationships in Petulia
Petulia Danner (played by Julie Christie) is a protagonist in Petulia.
Dr. Archie Bollen (played by George C. Scott) is a protagonist in Petulia.
Barney (played by Arthur Hill) appears in Petulia.
Polo (played by Shirley Knight) appears in Petulia.
May (played by Pippa Scott) appears in Petulia.
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Character Relationship Map: Petulia
Petulia (1968) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
Petulia Danner
(played by Julie Christie) — protagonist
Dr. Archie Bollen
(played by George C. Scott) — protagonist
Barney
(played by Arthur Hill) — supporting
Polo
(played by Shirley Knight) — supporting
May
(played by Pippa Scott) — supporting
Key Relationships
Dr. Archie Bollen → Barney
(Professional Coworker)
Petulia Danner → May
(Conflict Romantic Rival)
Dr. Archie Bollen → May
(Romantic Girlfriend)
Dr. Archie Bollen → Polo
(Family Ex-Spouses)
Petulia Danner → Dr. Archie Bollen
(Romantic Affair Partners)
Story Analysis
The film traces the turbulent, non-linear romantic and emotional journey between two isolated individuals navigating modern alienation.
Plot Progression
Impulsive Encounters
Escalating Obsession
Violence and Aftermath
Year Later Reunion
Directed by Richard Lester
Petulia (1968) · 6/10 · drama, romance
