A Piece of the Action

Manny is a suave, brilliant con artist whose charm masks a calculating mind. He thrives on social influence and uses clever schemes to come out on top, yet he shows glimmers of reform when pressed by the circumstances around the youth center. Over time, his reluctance to fully abandon crime clashes with a growing sense of responsibility.

Dave is a relentless, pragmatic safecracker and con artist who partners with Manny. He leverages his network and nerve to pull off high-stakes schemes. While not a hero at the outset, his involvement with Lila and the center gradually pushes him toward a more protective stance.

Nikki is Manny’s girlfriend who becomes entangled in the men’s crimes and the danger that follows. She embodies loyalty and resilience, navigating shifting loyalties as plans unfold. Her presence raises the stakes for Manny and Dave and anchors personal risk in the plot.

Lila is the enthusiastic coordinator of the inner-city youth center, driving outreach and job placement for teens. She embodies hope and determination, nudging Manny and Dave toward engagement with the community while navigating the moral complexities of their situation. Her guidance helps shape the center’s evolving mission.

Sarah is a caring but overwhelmed teacher who manages a rowdy class. She anchors the human side of the center, showing patience and resolve as she helps teens grow through structured support and opportunity. Her presence underscores the potential for personal growth within the program.

Joshua Burke is a retired detective whose past weaves into the present investigation. His knowledge and old connections become a tool for unraveling the caller’s scheme. He shifts from cautious skepticism to a collaborative ally in the center’s work.

Ty is Bruno’s indebted henchman, using his access to police information to manipulate outcomes. He embodies a conflicted morality, showing fear of Bruno’s power while leaning into risky gambits. His role highlights the dangers of corruption within the system.

Bea is a center coordinator who helps move funds and influence through the youth program, becoming entangled in Bruno’s criminal web. Her relocation to Copenhagen reveals how far the money travels. She represents a bridge between charitable aims and risky, illicit connections.

Monk appears in the monastery sequence, serving as a symbolic obstacle and a physical threat during the heist. He embodies the tension between sacred space and crime, adding a menacing presence to the caper and its consequences.