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Q: What role does lord Henry play in the relationship among the three men basil Dorian and lord Henry?
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The Picture of Dorian Gray what was the relationship between dorian and lord Henry?

Lord Henry always kind of controlled Dorian. He wanted to be to Dorian what Dorian was to Basil. Dorian probably wasn't even aware of how highly he held Henry, and never quite perceived of the impact of Henry's words on him. Dorian thought of him as a friend, but in reality, he was like his puppy.


Who is present for the lunch at the home of Lord Henry's aunt?

In "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde, Lord Henry, Dorian Gray, and Basil Hallward are present for lunch at Lord Henry's aunt's home. Lord Henry and Basil are discussing Dorian Gray, who is the subject of Basil's portrait.


Why does basil hallward go to visit Dorian the morning after Dorian goes to the opera?

Basil visits Dorian to express his concern about Dorian's behavior at the opera. Basil is worried about the influence Lord Henry may be having on Dorian and wants to make sure Dorian is not being negatively influenced by him.


Who does dorian gray seem to prefer by the end of this chapter?

Henry to Basil.


What awkward situation happens when basil wants to work on the portrait?

Basil wants Lord Henry to leave, but Dorian insist that Basil makes Lord Henry stay.


What was the comparison of Dorian and Basil?

Dorian has the innocence of ignorance, and is easily impressible. Basil has mature, stable morals, which resist even the almighty charms of Henry. Henry compared their looks: Basil's "rugged strong face and coal-black hair" and Dorian, who looks like he was "made of ivory and rose petals".


Lord Henry and basil are both close friends of dorian?

They are both his mentors.


What contrast does Lord Henry make between Basil and Dorian?

Lord Henry contrasts Basil's reserved and introspective nature with Dorian's youthful charm, vitality, and impressionability. Basil is seen as more cautious and moderate, while Dorian is depicted as adventurous and easily influenced by external factors.


Why is Basil Hallward reluctant to exhibit the portrait of Dorian Gray?

First he doesn't want to believe it, saying Sybil is below Dorian's rank. When Dorian arrives, he takes offense Dorian informed Henry first. Finally, he hopes Dorian will be happy.


What information does Basil confront Dorian with?

The gossips about Dorian's depravity.


In The Picture of Dorian Gray how does Dorian kill Basil?

He stabbed him on his neck.


What actors and actresses appeared in Dorian - 2005?

The cast of Dorian - 2005 includes: Inga Antonio as Sibyl Vane Joel Bryant as Henry Wotton Richard Heintz as Basil Hallward Matthew Jaeger as Dorian Gray Vincent Kirk as The Interviewer