Richard Thomas & Margo Gunn on Their Swiss Family Robinson Characters

Character Insights: David Robinson

• 💡 Richard Thomas describes David Robinson as a shipping clerk from Boston who is a proud father and a dreamer.
• 🚀 David seeks to change and control his life, wanting his family to experience more and get more in touch with his own existence.
• 🗺️ His decision to embark on this journey transforms his life into an adventure.

Character Insights: Elizabeth Robinson

• 📌 Margo Gunn portrays Elizabeth Robinson, initially a society lady from Boston with clear expectations.
• 💖 Elizabeth evolves from a wife and mother into a warrior who protects her loved ones and possesses a unique way of seeing things others don't.
• 💪 Her journey on the island makes her stronger, adapting from desiring a "proper shelter" to facing adversity.

Relationship Dynamics

• 🌱 The shared experiences and challenges on their journey allow Elizabeth and David to rediscover their love for each other.
• ✨ Their relationship gets stronger and better through the situations they have to deal with, highlighting their enduring bond.