Merv, once a beloved children’s performer, spirals into desperation until a new puppet revitalizes his act. But as crowds grow, so does the puppet’s unsettling personality. Quick cuts show Merv losing control on stage, backstage fights with his own creation, and a blurring of reality as the puppet’s influence spreads. What starts as a comeback story morphs into an offbeat psychological meltdown — equal parts comedy, dread, and bizarre charisma.