Machine Master Script: Claw

Leo slowly pulls out his entire bag of tokens. Pours them into the coin return tray as an offering.

Leo stares. His eye twitches.

He slaps the side of the machine. A maintenance guy (MARV, 50s, dead-eyed) glances over. Claw Machine Master Script

Beat.

MARV (whispers) Let him have this one.

MARV I just did.

Marv smiles.

WIDE SHOT: Marv watches from the balcony, drinking a soda, holding a small remote control with one red button. He doesn’t press it.

LEO Teach me.

Marv locks the glass. Pockets the key. He pulls out his phone—shows Leo a live feed of 12 different claw machines across the arcade.

Kid runs off, cheering.