The Boy (played by Monty Banks) is a protagonist in Keep Smiling.
A fisherman's son who fears water due to his father's death at sea. He invents a lifesaving device to present to shipping magnate James P. Ryan. Due to a letter mix-up, he is mistaken for famed racer Bordanni, attends a party, reunites with Rose (whom he once saved), and unexpectedly wins a chaotic boat race, ultimately surviving his boat's destruction thanks to his invention. James P. Ryan (played by Robert Edeson) is a protagonist in Keep Smiling.
A wealthy shipping magnate and the intended recipient of the Boy's lifesaving device invention. His entry in the classic race is scheduled to be handled by Bordanni. Bordanni (played by Donald Morelli) appears in Keep Smiling.
A famous motor boat racer whose introduction letter gets mixed up with the Boy's. He is scheduled to handle Ryan's entry in the classic race the following day.
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Characters
The Boy
(played by Monty Banks) — protagonist
A fisherman's son who fears water due to his father's death at sea. He invents a lifesaving device to present to shipping magnate James P. Ryan. Due to a letter mix-up, he is mistaken for famed racer...
James P. Ryan
(played by Robert Edeson) — protagonist
A wealthy shipping magnate and the intended recipient of the Boy's lifesaving device invention. His entry in the classic race is scheduled to be handled by Bordanni.
Bordanni
(played by Donald Morelli) — minor
A famous motor boat racer whose introduction letter gets mixed up with the Boy's. He is scheduled to handle Ryan's entry in the classic race the following day.
Key Relationships
James P. Ryan → Bordanni
(Professional Contractor)
The Boy → Bordanni
(Narrative Mistaken Identity)
The Boy → James P. Ryan
(Professional Employer)
Story Analysis
A fearful yokel accidentally enters a motor boat race, wins through ingenuity, and conquers his trauma.
