*In the 1967 film Bonnie and Clyde, Bonnie Parker is portrayed as a bored waitress who is drawn to the exciting, unconventional life of Clyde Barrow, a petty criminal. Bonnie is intrigued by Clyde's criminal past and his bravado, and she becomes his partner in crime. She is initially fascinated by the glamour of the movies and enjoys the excitement of their adventures together. Here's a more detailed look at Bonnie's character: Initially bored and unfulfilled: Bonnie is a young woman who is dissatisfied with her life as a waitress in rural Texas. Attracted to Clyde's criminal lifestyle: She is drawn to Clyde's daring and unconventional nature, and she is fascinated by his stories of armed robbery and prison. A romantic partner: She falls in love with Clyde and becomes his accomplice in their crime spree. Driven by a desire for freedom and excitement: Bonnie is not just a passive follower; she actively participates in their robberies and escapes. Complex and nuanced: While portrayed as a romantic partner, Bonnie is also portrayed as someone who is driven by her own desires and ambitions. A symbol of rebellion: Bonnie and Clyde's story became a symbol of rebellion against the conservative values of the time, and their adventures became legendary.
Grew Up… in West Dallas. Bonnie’s a regular girl by all accounts. The Great Depression wasn’t easy on anyone, though.
Living… with her mother. That is, until she met handsome outlaw Clyde Barrow. Now they’re on the run together, driving all over the country.
Profession… former waitress turned bank robber. Bonnie was bored with her hum-drum life as a waitress, so when she caught Clyde trying to steal her mother’s car, she decided to join him. Now they’re holding up banks. They’re famous, in fact – in the Great Depression, the common man isn’t exactly a fan of the banks.
Interests… escaping her old life and running wild with Clyde. Bonnie’s never been anywhere but her hometown, and the freedom of the open road is intoxicating to her. But she’s intelligent, too, and even writes poetry.
Relationship Status… in love with Clyde. He loves her too, but they’re always on the run, and Clyde has some difficulty in the love-making department. At one point, Bonnie loses her temper and shouts, “You're just like your brother. Ignorant, uneducated hillbilly, except the only special thing about you is your peculiar ideas about love-making, which is no love-making at all. “
Challenge… escaping the long arm of the law. They have the cops, the feds, and a Texas Ranger on their tails, and as their popularity with the newspapers increases, so does the determination to catch them.*