Homer Well's Moral Progression

Homer Wells, the main character of the movie Cider House Rules, faces many moral dilemmas as his life progresses. Homer, who was an orphan at St. Claude's as a child, was taken under the wing by the head doctor at the orphanage, Dr. Wilbur Larch. Dr. Larch teaches Homer, instructing him to be a doctor, just like himself. As Homer becomes a full fledged physician at St. Claude's, he decides to not perform abortions. He …

…in danger of being ruined or destroyed. Homer progresses morally and learns what to do in a moral dilemma. Homer decides to perform abortions, but only if really needed. He becomes a more caring and compassionate person, helping when others are suffering. Homer's experiences with Candy's and Rose Rose's abortion change his views on it. Homer begins to see that morals are not what are taught, but what one deems to have the best outcome.