Some of the supporting characters added to my definition of obnoxious--people who are not only weird or rude, but who force their agenda on others.
The relationship between Bert and Verona expresses so much love, tenderness, concern and hope. It reminded me of that time in my own life and relationship--some of it time wasted trying to please or connect with people who really wouldn't matter to me in the long run. What matters is what Bert and Verona found in each other, in the look that passes between them under the orange tree.