The Seventh Veil of Salome

Content Warning: This section of the guide discusses sexual assault, graphic violence, cursing, and sexual content.

Dan, an employee of the studio being interviewed for the documentary, reflects on the era in which Hollywood stars were subject to intense public scrutiny and constant gossip and rumors. Dan was responsible for cultivating Vera’s fame during the filming of The Seventh Veil of Salome; he hadn’t initially planned to publicize a relationship between Clifford and Vera, but he was happy to see them dating. However, Dan notes that what began as a publicity stunt “turned into a disaster” (149).

Vera has continued to go on dates with Clifford but has avoided being alone with him. One day, he slips into her dressing room and tries to force himself on her. Clifford is outraged when Vera fights back, and he declares that he is going to make her suffer.

Vera tells her mother what happened. Her mother isn’t sympathetic and alludes to Vera having previously broken off her engagement with a man named Arturo. She advises, “[Y]ou’ll only make trouble for yourself. Calm down and be a professional” (155). A short time later, Vera impulsively accepts an invitation from

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