the very establishment Jimmy despises This conflict is a source of tension and serves as a microcosm of the broader social issues explored in the play Desire for Authenticity Despite the turmoil in their relationship it is evident that both Jimmy and Alison yearn for authenticity and connection They are trapped in a marriage that neither fully understands and their inability to communicate effectively contributes to their misery However Jimmy and Alison love each other from their heart which keeps them and brings them back together The two show affection and love to each other when they play their Bear and Squirrel game Poor little silly animals They were all love and no brains Alison Porter Act Scene Alison tells her friend Helena about the toy bear and squirrel It s a game Alison and Jimmy have played since their marriage Jimmy and Helena Ambiguity and Attraction Helena's character introduces an element of obscurity into the play's relationships She is Alison's best friend but becomes a source of attraction and temptation for Jimmy Helena is drawn to Jimmy's intensity and passion Helena's presence adds another layer of tension to the already strained relationship between Jimmy and Alison Escape and Betrayal Helena represents the possibility of escape for Jimmy a chance to break free from the emotional turmoil of his marriage However pursuing a relationship with Helena also feels like a betrayal to Alison In summary Jimmy's relationships with Alison and Helena are at the heart of Look Back in Anger These relationships are fraught with conflict reflecting the broader themes of class struggle societal dissatisfaction and the search for authenticity Jimmy's character in particular is defined by his passionate and often destructive interactions with these two women