He is a classic example of a noir anti-hero. His personal code of honor dictates the repayment of debts and a sort of chivalry towards women. Lucille, his parole officer, supplies Marv with medication to control these effects of his condition, though he doesn't seem to be supplied with anything that would curb his violent nature. He suffers from an unknown mental condition (most likely some form of dementia) that causes him to, as Marv describes, "get confused." His symptoms seem to involve experiencing short-term memory loss and possibly hallucinations. He is described as an "over the hill do-gooder" by several people, and admires long overcoats, taking them from those he kills. As an ex-con, he spends his time on the streets doing odd jobs for various people. Marv, a hulking, violent giant of a man, who possesses an uncanny athleticism along with remarkable endurance for pain. The Man From ' The Customer Is Always Right' Listed below are the major and minor characters.ĭouglas Klump And Burt Schlubb (Fat Man And Little Boy) Sin City is a series of stories by Frank Miller, told in comic book form in a film noir-like style.
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