Manny is the supporting protagonist in the film Under the Boardwalk. He is consistently depicted as one of Armen's close friends, alongside Bobby and Jimmy. He often encourages Armen to socialize and step out of his comfort zone.
He was voiced by John Magaro.
Biography[]
TBA
Physical Appearance[]
Manny has a muscular adult body, with a light orange chest around his head, and his height is similar to Shelly. His sclera are green, black eyebrows and he wears a gold chain around him, and a silver shell on his back and his hair is a yellow-green color and upper shaped.
Personality[]
Manny is a very outgoing land-crab. He enjoys spending time with his friends and is often seen engaging in social activities, which reflects his approachable demeanor. His friendliness helps foster camaraderie among the land crabs, particularly with his close friends Bobby and Jimmy. His personality is a blend of physical strength and emotional support—he’s confident and sociable, always ready with a witty remark or a humorous observation that lightens tense moments. Although he appears imposing because of his build, Manny has a big heart, showing genuine care and encouragement, especially when his friends face challenges.
Despite his friendly disposition, Manny exhibits a tough exterior. He embodies strength and resilience, which is typical for a character designed to represent physical prowess among crabs. His toughness allows him to stand up against rivals like Mako, showcasing his protective instincts towards his friends. He also plays a crucial role in supporting Armen, particularly during moments of conflict or self-doubt. His encouragement helps drive plot points forward, especially when Armen faces challenges related to his insecurities about socializing and confronting fears.
His cheerful attitude aligns him with other optimistic characters in animation. He maintains a positive perspective even when faced with difficulties, which serves as an uplifting influence on those around him.
Trivia[]
- Manny was voiced by John Magaro, who reportedly drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in a tight-knit community to bring authenticity to
- Manny's sociable and outgoing personality.
- Manny shares a close bond with Bobby (voiced by Bobby Cannavale), which mirrors the real-life friendship between John Magaro and Cannavale, who previously worked together on stage productions.
- Some of Manny’s funniest lines were improvised during recording sessions, including his memorable catchphrase: “Crabs don’t crack under pressure!”
- While Under the Boardwalk explores serious themes like unity and acceptance, Manny often serves as the comedic relief with his quick wit and humorous observations about life under the boardwalk.
- The writers revealed that they based much of Manny's personality on interviews with real-life residents of New Jersey who described themselves as both “tough” and “big-hearted.”
- His muscular build and confident demeanor echo Raphael's personality from TMNT—a tough exterior paired with loyalty toward friends during conflicts.
- As a cheerful team player, Manny also shares similarities with Michelangelo from TMNT. Their love for fun doesn’t overshadow their loyalty to their respective groups.
- Manny shares similarities with Maui, as both characters are confident, muscular, and charismatic individuals who play vital roles in their respective stories. Their charm helps them connect with others despite challenges.
- His protective nature towards his friends can be likened to Sulley from Monsters, Inc. Both characters are physically imposing yet have a soft spot for those they care about.
- Much like Donkey from Shrek, Manny is upbeat and provides comic relief within his group of friends. His optimistic attitude keeps spirits high during challenging times.
- Like Pumbaa, Manny might be fiercely loyal to his friends and family. His seemingly simple demeanor could hide a deep reservoir of courage when those he loves are threatened.
- While maintaining a friendly demeanor, Manny’s voice has a deep, resonant quality akin to Vin Diesel’s portrayal of Groot in Guardians of the Galaxy.
- The gold chain Manny wears is often associated with a sense of style and maturity, signifying his status as an adult crab in the community.
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