The Day of the Locust

Main Characters and Their Development

• Tod Hackett - A young artist who comes to Hollywood hoping to make a career in the film industry. As the story progresses, his idealism clashes with Hollywood's harsh reality, leading him to become increasingly cynical and disillusioned.
• Faye Greener - An ambitious and beautiful actress dreaming of fame and fortune. She uses her looks and charm to manipulate men but ultimately finds herself trapped by her own illusions and unfulfilled dreams.
• Homer Simpson - A lonely and shy accountant who moves to Los Angeles in search of a better life. His naivety and kindness make him vulnerable to manipulation by other characters, especially Faye, leading to his moral and emotional downfall.
• Abe Kusich - A dwarf and friend of Tod's who works in Hollywood. Cynical and pragmatic, he often serves as a voice of reason for Tod, yet he is not without his own illusions about life in Hollywood.
• Earle Shoop - A cowboy and aspiring actor who represents the rugged individualism and romanticism of the American West, yet struggles with the harsh realities of Hollywood.