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Is Stanley's dad supposed to be of Greek origin?


Coz his name is Leonides Cox and he has an accent. Anyone know?

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I'm sure the father was Greek or Italian. It is very reminiscent of Umberto D. by Vitorio De Sica. The father part, that is. It may be a nod to that sentiment as well.

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My guess is also Greek or Italian. The surname "Cox" was probably shortened from a longer, more ethnic name like Cocciorini .....

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Well, Leonidas is a Greek name, definitely not Italian.

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