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A corporate attorney who shocks the family by announcing a separation, then proceeds with a new marriage to Pearl. His decisions reveal a tendency to pursue personal happiness, sometimes at the expense of his spouse and children. He remains a distant, calculating presence in the household dynamics.

A clinically depressed interior decorator who struggles with self-worth and devotion to her family. Her attempted suicide after Arthur's new relationship triggers a cascade of guilt and grief that shapes the sisters' relationships. She is both a victim of circumstances and a stabilizing force they still seek.

The eldest daughter, a poet whose success casts a shadow over her sisters' lives. Her relationship with her husband Frederick adds tension as she navigates fame, artistry, and family expectations. She embodies intellect and sensitivity, often torn between loyalty and ambition.

The middle daughter who struggles to choose a career and resents what she perceives as parental favoritism. She forms a relationship with Mike and wrestles with responsibility, love, and resentment toward Renata and her mother.

The youngest daughter, an actress who spends long periods filming and faces the industry's disdain for her films. She is entangled in a dangerous moment when cocaine use leads to a terrifying night. Flyn embodies risk and resilience.

Arthur's new wife, a high-spirited woman who stirs controversy by marrying a man who just separated from his wife. Her presence challenges the family’s rules and exposes differences in values and desire for stability.

Renata's husband, a struggling writer whose insecurity about Renata's success adds tension to their marriage and the family. He becomes part of the web of ambition, jealousy, and vulnerability that threads through the sisters.

Joey's partner, whose relationship provides a counterpoint to the sisters' ambitions and serves as a stabilizing force amid family upheaval. He helps the family navigate confrontations and supports Joey through tough times.