Character Challenge

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Script to Screen - Short project.


'THE JOURNEY'


Who are our characters?

 Susie Wells 

 

Susie is in her mid 20's who has just made it as a 'Weather lady' and is kicking of her career in television. Susie travels daily from Southend via Train accompanied by her boyfriend, a studio producer.

Jennifer Baker 

Jennifer is in her early 20's and is a Secretary who commutes to London from Upminster. Jennifer seeks reassurance through others in her friendships and her many partners.

Setting 

(Train Station Stop)
(Train Station) 

Winters morning, 4:30am, Quiet. 


The Main Story 

Two young women, Jennifer and Susie, share the same train journey daily. During the quiet commute in the early hours of the morning, all that links them is a soft smile to each other, until a poster starts conversation as Jennifer recognises the new weather girl: Susie. Moments later, they discover something else links them when Chad, Susie's boyfriend, and one of Jennifer's many ex-lovers, returns from the toilet. Jennifer recognises Chad’s controlling nature and defends Susie the way she wishes she had. Who knew a soft smile between two strangers could mean so much?

The Pitch 

During a quiet commute two strangers become unlikely friends and find a connection through trauma. A shared confrontation is the catalyst.

Opening Line 


JENNIFER gestures towards empty train seat.

JENNIFER
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