In the original book, when the youngest daughter unfortunately died and came home after the funeral, a sad Mildred put his arms around Veda..." Then there was a surging whimper, accompanied by a burst of trembling, and she finally succumbed to what she had been trying so hard to reject: It was a guilt-ridden, uncontrollable joy—she was glad that the child she lost was another, not Veda." I was surprised to read this, and it clarified the cause and effect of all subsequent stories. The performance of the film is subtle, and it is sent out for your reference.
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