Ronald Bronstein

Marty confronts Lloyd in the back room of a shoe store, demanding the money he believes he is owed for an upcoming trip. To Lloyd's surprise, Marty pulls a gun to escalate the situation, ultimately using a psychological tactic regarding their professional hierarchy to convince Lloyd to open the safe.

Marty, a cocky professional ping-pong player, holds a press conference at the Ritz Hotel where he displays his abrasive confidence and dark humor. The scene shifts from his dismissive attitude toward competitors to a vulnerable attempt at sharing his tragic backstory, only to be ignored by the reporters when a famous actress enters the room.

Rachel confronts Marty in the back room of a pet shop regarding her pregnancy after months of being ignored. Marty initially reacts with defensive denial and accusations of infidelity before softening into a vulnerable, albeit self-centered, apology.