In Blanche's world of illusions, she is an aristocrat,
still enjoying the benefits and popularity of a Southern Belle from a prestigious
family, and from the gorgeous Southern estate of Belle Reve. In her fantasy world, she
is still surrounded by gentlemen callers, has friends in all high places, and enjoys the
admiration and protection of them. Also, in her world, she is an instructor of English,
a respectable woman, an elegant and beautiful younger woman, and with the world ahead of
her.
Stanley's world is dirty, ugly, and sweaty. He lives
on the bare minimums with his wife and he is happy to beat her up each time she gets on
his nerves. He enjoys lots of drink, poker with his pals, and smoking in the house. He
demands full attention from his wife, and his co-dependence to her shows the nimbleness
of his character. He knows what is going on with Blanche and he detests her. He is more
than willing to rape and commit her than to have her rule over his
wife.
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