Between Two Worlds

A newspaperman who initially sides with a mercenary actor companion and a profiteur, Tom is forced to confront his own deception and false bravado. He learns to see beyond appearances and seeks a genuine moral path. His arc centers on honesty, responsibility, and the possibility of redemption.

Henry Bergner’s wife who initially joins her husband in suicide, driven by love and desperation. She evolves into a voice of compassion on the ship, choosing life and urging others toward truth and peace. Her journey mirrors the themes of forgiveness and the value of life.

A pianist-turned-soldier who cannot exit to the United States and ends up on the ship after his suicide attempt. His fate is a stark exploration of guilt, sacrifice, and the consequences of self-destruction. He remains connected to Ann and learns to accept life’s second chances.

The deceased examiner who orchestrates the judgments for each passenger. He acts as a bridge between the living memory of people and their afterlife consequences, revealing hidden truths. His role as a moral arbiter frames the film’s ethical questions.

An Anglican priest on the ship who longs to help others and guides fellow passengers toward better choices. He experiences a chance for redemption as part of the afterlife tribunal, illustrating faith and humility under pressure.

An American merchant sailor who yearns to see his newborn child and find a sense of belonging. His uncomplicated optimism provides emotional warmth to the voyage and a contrast to the more cynical passengers.

An older woman who speaks of contentment with a simple, small place of her own. Her warmth and maternal instinct anchor the idea of familial love and the possibility of reunion through the afterlife.

A wealthy war profiteer whose wealth and power do not save him from moral judgment. His fate demonstrates that greed and manipulation cannot secure eternal safety.

A social climber who married for wealth and status and initially enjoys a dream of a castle in Heaven, only to face loneliness and a consequence for adultery. Her arc highlights self-deception and moral consequences.

Genevieve’s husband who loved her despite her infidelity and chooses to be reunited with his friends rather than join her barren dream in Heaven. His loyalty and capacity for forgiveness are tested.

A wealth-seeking actress who hooks up with Lingley, then faces the moral consequences of her choices when pitted against more virtuous paths.

A kindly steward who died by suicide with the others and remains on the ship to guide the passengers as the Examiner’s aide. His fate mirrors the themes of companionship and tragic sacrifice.