Initially a close friend of Leo and Elsa, Max experiences a transformative journey as he grapples with his identity and loyalties during the tumultuous era of the Nazi regime.

As part of the trio of friends, Elsa is a young girl who faces immense challenges and changes under the growing menace of the Nazis, always holding onto hope and the dream of a better future.

Leo's parents are nurturing figures in his life; his father is a family photographer whose images symbolize hope and connection, while both parents play significant roles in Leo's survival and emigration journey.

Max's parents are embroiled in their own struggles, with his father deeply entrenched in antisemitic beliefs and Nazi ideology, which heavily influences Max's decisions.

Elsa's family, including her older brother Otto, faces numerous challenges as they are forced to move due to the threats posed by the Nazis, highlighting their enduring bond in dire circumstances.