Character Relationship Map: Andy

Characters

• Andy Chadakis (played by Norman Alden) — protagonist

  The protagonist and quasi-autobiographical representation of director Richard C. Sarafian's early life and struggles in New York City. Serves as the central narrative focus.

• Mrs. Chadakis (played by Tamara Daykarhanova) — protagonist

  Andy's mother, featured as part of the family structure within the autobiographical New York narrative.

• Mr. Chadakis (played by Zvee Scooler) — supporting

  Andy's father, representing parental expectations and the older generation within the film's realist framework.

• Sanovich (played by Warren Finnerty) — supporting

  A supporting character interacting with Andy within the New York social setting of the film.

• Bartender (played by Murvyn Vye) — minor

  A minor supporting role establishing the everyday New York atmosphere and providing a venue for character interactions.

• Margie (played by Ann Wedgeworth) — minor

  A supporting character likely integrated into Andy's social or romantic circle within the NYC setting.

• Kennedy (played by William Griffis) — minor

  A minor supporting role contributing to the ensemble cast depicting early New York life.

Canonical Relationships

Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.

• Andy Chadakis → Kennedy (Professional Colleague) — A workplace associate involved in Andy's professional development and daily tasks.
• Andy Chadakis → Margie (Romantic Love Interest) — A romantic connection who accompanies Andy through personal growth and urban exploration.
• Mr. Chadakis → Mrs. Chadakis (Family Spouses) — A married couple navigating family life and financial pressures in New York.
• Andy Chadakis → Mr. Chadakis (Family Father) — Andy's father, representing traditional family values and guidance during his early NYC days.
• Andy Chadakis → Mrs. Chadakis (Family Mother) — Andy's mother, providing emotional support and domestic stability amidst urban struggles.

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Andy Chadakis → Bartender (Social Acquaintance) — A local bar regular who provides casual conversation and a glimpse into Andy's social circle.
• Andy Chadakis → Sanovich (Alliance Teammate) — A close collaborator and friend who shares Andy's ambitions and daily experiences in the city.

Story Analysis

The supplied reference confirms the film's identity, autobiographical basis, and production history, but does not provide its narrative plot.

Plot Progression

1. Identifying Andy — The reference identifies Andy as a 1965 American drama film and names Andy Chadakis as its protagonist. No scene-by-scene plot is provided.
2. Memories Of New York — The supplied material describes the film as quasi-autobiographical. Its stated source is the creator's memories of early life in New York City.
3. A Long Screenplay — The screenplay was worked on for years before the film entered production. The reference gives no specific story events from that screenplay.
4. First Feature Credit — Universal Pictures financed the film through its New Horizons program for emerging filmmakers. The production is also identified as the director's first feature directing credit.