A fellow job seeker Russ befriends in the unemployment line. He works alongside Russ at the factory, becomes a boarder in their home, and shares the hardship of unemployment. He eventually accompanies Russ and Rita on their journey back to the countryside.
Herman's aggressive management style directly opposes Benny's workplace experience.
Benny resides in Rita's home as a tenant while both face financial hardship.
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