Carl is violent, unpredictable, and reckless. Carl’s biggest flaw is his curiosity, as it always leads him to trouble. He has a highly alarming fascination with sex, drinking, and death. Carl does seem to actually be a relatively good child, however he is heavily affected by a completely dysfunctional childhood and family. Nonetheless, he cares deeply about his family, including his father Frank, despite the latter’s complete and utter failure as a parent and role model.