An exiled angel traveling across the United States to assist humans. Initially misinterprets his assignment as helping Sally secure custody, but is redirected by Jo to focus on Karl, a struggling Christmas decoration factory manager. Observes the pre-existing connection between Karl and Sally.
Max undergoes a narrative arc of realizing his error and adapting to his true purpose.
Karl becomes the primary subject of Max's corrected angelic assignment.
Max's actions indirectly impact Jimmy's welfare and custody situation.
Max becomes an accidental ally to Sally due to a clerical or divine error in his assignment.
Jo serves as Max's heavenly superior, responsible for correcting his mission path.
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