Do you think that the fact that Marianne became a star at such an early age negatively impacted her life?

Do you believe that Marianne felt that her beauty was a curse?

Would you describe Marianne as a feminist. If so, how?

Describe Mick's behavior towards Marianne. Do you think that he really loved her? Why or why not?

Do you think that the culture in the 1960's impacted the events in Marianne's life? Why or why not? Do you think that the same things would have happened if the story had played out in current times?

Describe Marianne's self-destructive behavior. Why did she seek to destroy herself?

Do you think that Marianne was a good mother to Nicholas?

Do you think that Marianne had a healthy relationship with her mother?