Where does the family name “Parker” occur in the story?
Only one character is referred to by the name “Parker” in the film, and she is ‘Nana’ Parker, Pauline’s maternal grandmother. Nana Parker is seen sitting quietly in the living/dining room in several scenes, including the two “Christmas” scenes, and at table for several meals. Pauline recounts a story told to her by Nana Parker, during a quarrel with her mother in the Riepers’ kitchen.