The relationship between Jennifer and Betty shows strong solidarity between female characters. what makes this relationship stand out in the context of Pleasantville?
Through Jennifer, Betty learns about desire and the physical nature of relationships. The residents of Pleasantville are described as repressed. Betty is expected to have her work done and have dinner on the table, but she has no ability to make her own decisions. After Jennifer exposes Betty to the act of masturbation, Betty goes onto have an affair with Bill and decides that her job as a housewilfe and mother aren't enough.
Pleasantville
