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Character Role Analysis
Marty
Marty's your classic hero: the guy we're behind all the way. His past of rejection and loss makes him sympathetic, and his underdog status seals the deal. While the movie might include glimpses of Clara, Teresa, Catherine, Tommy, and Virginia, this is Marty's declaration of independence, his love story, and his story of finally going after what he really wants.