ways, the prototypical, All-American boy. Throughout the film he is consistently seen either holding a football, wearing a football jersey, or watching football on TV. Ricky is frequently viewed drinking milk out of a carton, an image evocative of the wholesome American boy. He is well behaved, but possesses limited scholastic potential, instead viewing school as a means through which to play football. He is also easily influenced, deciding to join the Army shortly after seeing a recruiting commercial…
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