Explain the significance of the title of the film (and book), metaphorically speaking.
How does Jean-Dominique's life as a magazine editor enable him to create a life full of adventure and vitality?
Do you find Jean-Dominique a sympathetic character? Who do you feel is the most sympathetic character?
What positive and negative attitudes does Jean-Dominique show during the course of the film, and how do people around him respond?
In many ways Jean-Dominique's world ends more dramatically that even that of Elie. Explain why or why not?
