Nick Nolte Reups at Starbucks

A Screenplay

CHARACTERS NICK: male, grizzled, an actor DANA: female, young, a barista

INT. A STARBUCKS IN CALABASAS

NICK
Hiya. I'm pretty sure this card has nothing on it. If so, I'd like to fill it up.
DANA
I'm sorry?
NICK
I just mean I think this card is empty and if it is imma wanna add money to it.
DANA
Again, I'm sorry. I didn't catch that.
NICK (holds up card, holds up wallet)
"Didn't catch" ‑‑ Card. Money.
DANA
You want to add money to your card?
NICK
Yes! Jesus Christ, it's like kids don't even need to learn English anymore.
DANA
I'm sorry?s
NICK
English? Anglais?
DANA
I think you're saying "English"? Yes, I speak English, sir. I'm sorry, I'm having trouble understanding you. It sounds like you're just growling - I thought it was a prank, I do apologize.
NICK
Shiiiiiit.
DANA
I'm sorry?
FIN