…And God Created Woman

An 18-year-old orphan and voluptuous flirt, Juliette embodies a free-spirited sensuality that defies conventions. Her naked sunbathing and barefoot stroll are emblematic of her disregard for social norms. Her magnetic appeal stirs the men and provokes the women, setting off a cascade of passion, jealousy, and danger. Her charm hides a vulnerable longing for belonging.

The naive, compassionate middle brother who loves Juliette and tries to protect her future. He proposes marriage to keep her in town after their guardian circumstances. His earnestness is tested by jealousy, rivalries, and the consequences of Juliette’s actions. He embodies loyalty and romantic idealism in a changing social landscape.

The eldest Tardieu brother, tall and handsome, who initially resists marrying Juliette but is drawn into the drama by circumstance and desire. He negotiates with Carradine to run the marina, balancing personal temptation with family duty. His actions reveal the tension between attraction and responsibility in a volatile social circle.

Wealthy outsider intent on building a casino, he uses his influence to sway the Tardieus and virally manipulates Juliette’s affections. His line that 'That girl was made to destroy men' underscores a controlling view of desire and power. He is wounded in the ensuing confrontation and his plans reveal the limits of wealth and manipulation.

Juliette’s friend who appears in key social moments and serves as a practical observer. She alerts Eric when Juliette starts making a spectacle, highlighting the social networks that police and police the behavior of the young woman. Her presence provides a grounded, social perspective on Juliette’s antics.

Juliette’s elderly guardian who openly hates her and threatens to send her back to the orphanage to confine her until 21. She embodies conservative social norms and acts as a catalyst for the pressure on Juliette and Michel. Her opposition fuels the conflict and shapes the path of the marriage and Decorum in town.