Bonsoir

A former tweed tailor turned social intruder, Alex gains access to people's homes by posing as a relative or official. He is described as an impish vagrant who uses his newfound freedom to influence those around him. His schemes reveal the fragility of social boundaries and expose the mediocrity of institutions. He becomes a kind of anti-hero who aims to improve others' lives, at least temporarily.

Charming but shy and torn between securing her inheritance and living honestly; she collaborates with Gloria to present Gloria as her secretary to protect Caroline's inheritance. Her vulnerability is amplified by family pressure and social judgment. She represents the moral gray area in a society that rewards cunning and appearances.

Caroline's witty lover who becomes part of the deceit and supports Caroline's strategy to safeguard her inheritance. Gloria embodies a free-spirited pragmatism that challenges conventional morality. Her presence adds humor and warmth to the film's social critique.

Mother of seven who hosts Alex for a night and becomes a touchstone for family and domestic life amid the satire. Her household underscores the tensions between care, responsibility, and the social games people play. She embodies the domestic sphere where public and private lives collide.

Caroline's sister who condemns her sexuality and uses inheritance as a weapon in a fraying family dynamic. She channels gossip and judgment into social pressure, highlighting the corrosive effects of conservatism on personal freedom. Her antagonism intensifies the film's critique of social virtue signaling.

A police inspector whose incompetence underscores the film's critique of institutions tasked with upholding morality. He’s slow to arrest Alex, reflecting a broader skepticism toward authorities. His portrayal satirizes the gap between official pretensions and everyday realities.

Caroline's aunt who participates in the inheritance deception, representing a family authority figure willing to bend rules to preserve wealth. Her involvement reveals how family networks can complicate questions of ethics and legitimacy.