Arguably, the most important character in The Unforgiven" is Clint
Eastwood's wife. Her personality is reflected in his actions. The film
begins and ends with scenes of their home while a voice-over describes
their relationship.Yet the wife (years dead in the story) is never seen.
I thought the device worked well. Are there other examples of "unseen
actors?" What function do they serve? Do they work as well, less well, or
better than in the "Unforgiven"?