How does Varick interact with Tessa over the course of the narrative? Varick accepts advice from Tessa and helps her in return. Their partnership is mutually beneficial. Varick tries to help when things don't go Tessa's way, suggesting she "change it up." Eventually, this advice helps her excel. Varick openly doubts Tessa's plan from the start, and tells her how to make it better. This advice helps Tessa create a better film. Varick attempts to produce a better film than Tessa, but his model inadvertently helps her excel.