SCRIPT - FINAL DRAFT

THE SNOBBY FOX

by

Andrea Valentina

2C

An arrogant fox realized that his jealousy of being less popular than his good friend; Chinchilla, that brought him the idea to challenge him into a race only did him no good and made him a victim of his own trap in which he escaped later by the help of Chinchilla whom he hated.

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Date: xx Oct 2011

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

STORY / SCRIPT TITLE: The Snobby Fox

1 SENTENCE SUMMARY:

An arrogant fox realized that his jealousy of being less popular than his good friend; Chinchilla, that brought him the idea to challenge him into a race only did him no good and made him a victim of his own trap in which he escaped later by the help of Chinchilla whom he hated.

SYNOPSIS:

Fox and Chinchilla live in an animal city in the Arctic tundra. Both of them are very beautiful, and people like them because of that. The two of them became close friends after Chinchilla moved there for several months. As time goes by, people realized that Chinchilla is not only good looking, but also shares his food and he likes to help the townspeople. Because of this, the townspeople came to like Chinchilla even more than they liked the previous “star” of the town – the Fox. The Fox tries to hold his wrath, but one night, he accidentally “eavesdropped” a conversation between Peacock and Cat who actually reveals that people are starting to like Chinchilla more than him. To annoy him even more, Cat, whom the Fox fancies, thinks that Chinchilla is the better man than him. Knowing this, Fox became angrier and angrier at Chinchilla. He is jealous and he wants to be the most famous animal once more, and indirectly, prove himself in front of Cat. Thus, he decided to undermine Chinchilla although the poor Chinchilla doesn’t even feel that he is famous at all.

Fox decided to challenge Chinchilla into a race, in which he will “absolutely” win. At least he planned to. Fox came to Chinchilla’s den to challenge him into a race, in which Chinchilla accepts. The night of that fateful day, Fox literally sets a trap hole and covered them with leaves surrounding the racing track so that when Chinchilla is busy racing, he will fall into the hole instead and then automatically lose. Feeling accomplished, the Fox runs home with an utmost happiness.

At the day of the race, the Fox taunts Chinchilla a lot, but he is impervious, since he doesn’t know what Fox is trying to do to him. Fox was feeling triumphant, until he saw Cat kissed Chinchilla for good luck. By then, he became a little bit enraged, but he still managed to contain himself, until the crowd boos him. Fox gets irritated even more when he heard Cat herself chants for Chinchilla with blaring voice. At that instant, the Fox jerks and looks towards the crowd and yells at them, when suddenly he gained speed and starts to win the race. He runs hastily, forgetting about the trap, and didn’t have the time to avoid it. Thus, he falls inside it himself. When people see that, they indirectly knew Fox’ bad intentions and none of them helped Fox to get out, in order to punish him. Fox is stuck inside the hole alone for hours, until later that night when Chinchilla finally finished making a rope for Fox and fetch him out after some hours of pulling him out. As dawn breaks, Fox is finally out. But, still enraged, Fox attacks Chinchilla because he thinks that he helped him only to catch even more praises from the townspeople. The helpless Chinchilla doesn’t fight back, and he didn’t intend to, because he believes that there’s compassion in Fox’ heart, and that he’s not a bad person. Seeing Chinchilla’s sincerity, Fox’ eyes are finally opened and he fell into a deep feeling of guilt. He’s ashamed that even though Chinchilla saved him, he still attacked him. Chinchilla comforted him and tells him that it’s okay to make mistakes and that he helps him with sincere heart, because they are friends.

CHARACTER LIST (All characters)

Fox

Chinchilla

Cat

Peacock

Beaver

Hare

CHARACTER BIO (Key Characters only)

1. Fox

He is an Arctic fox with snow-white fur and cobalt blue eyes. Fox is beautiful, and he has always been the popular one in town. He was number one until Chinchilla came. The Fox is not a bad person, but he can be jealous and very self-centered, which leads to his cunning actions. He is witty, but love makes him blind sometimes. Fox is blessed with agility. He thinks quickly, but he doesn’t act carefully.

2. Chinchilla

Chinchilla was sort of a newcomer in the neighborhood. He has a grey furry coat and emerald green eyes. People started to praise him because he is also beautiful, just like his friend, Fox. But, he has qualities that Fox doesn’t possess. He is a shy, down to earth personality, with a kind heart. He cares about people around him, and making them happy makes him content. This polite fellow only lacks assertiveness in which he couldn’t refuse to do things he’s not sure of when being forced by his friend, like the Fox. He is just too nice, but that is his power.

3. Cat

Cat doesn’t do much in the story, but she is one of the reasons why Fox wants to beat Chinchilla even further. She is a French feline with a beautiful golden coat and hazel eyes. Her long fur makes her look grand. This, and her unique way of speaking, are the things that captured Fox’ heart, thus making him to fancy her. Cat is a romantic personality who is very open with new things and new people.

3 ACT STRUCTURE:

ACT1 SETUP	ACT2 CONFRONTATION	ACT3 RESOLUTION
Key Character(s): Fox Chinchilla Cat Must-have Info: Fox was the most popular one before Chinchilla came. Fox fancies Cat, but she thinks that Chinchilla is better. Fox became jealous and decides to undermine Chinchilla to prove that he is the best among them.	Confrontation: Cat kisses Chinchilla good luck and supports Chinchilla; this enraged Fox. Fox didn’t have enough time to avoid the trap and finally ended up falling in himself.	Climax (Grand Finale): Chinchilla was attacked by Fox, but he didn’t fight back because he knows that Fox has a good heart. Resolution: Fox realized his mistakes and stopped attacking. He feels guilty and ashamed. Chinchilla comforted him and forgives him.
MOTIVE: Fox wants to prove to everyone, especially Cat, that he is better than Chinchilla and be the most popular in town once more.	TURNING POINT: Chinchilla saved the Fox.	MOTIVE RESOLVED? No, because he failed to undermine Chinchilla, and even fell into his own trap.
Conflict/Obstacles: People think that Chinchilla is better than Fox because he is nicer. Cat likes Chinchilla better than Fox. Fox became jealous and wants to make people see and acknowledge that he is the best.	Conflict/Obstacles: Fox thinks that Chinchilla only does that to claim even more fame by acting nice to him so that everybody will notice. Up the Stakes: Fox attacks Chinchilla.	Moral of the Story if any: Bad intentions ended up badly as well. There is always good in everyone. A good friend will always forgive his friend and helps him to be a better person. Because he cares.

SCRIPT

FAde In

act one

BEginning of rivalry

Scene One – Ext. Street, morning.

FOX and CHINCHILLA walk together towards a cafe. They passed BEAVER and HARE.

[Birds chirp praises as Chinchilla passed by. Fox sulks but smiles when Chinchilla shrugs at him.]

Beaver

[waves at them, giving thumbs up at chinchilla]

Chinchilla! Lookin’ good today!

Chinchilla waves it off. Beaver laughs and walks away.

Hare

Hey fox! Hey, Chinchilla! Oh, Chin, Thanks for the chocolate cake yesterday..

Chinchilla does a “welcome bow”. Hare laughs and walks away.

Chinchilla

(to Hare) As long as your daughter’s happy!

FOX

[smirks back at Beaver and Hare] What was that?

Chinchilla

What? [still looking around]

FOX

They ignored me. [tilts head]

Chinchilla

[quickly looks towards Fox] Were they?

FOX

Isn’t that obvious? They like you better, obviously. [rolls eyes]

You know what, long before you came here, people talks to me all the time, a lot more.. [smirking pout, voice fading as they go further]

Chinchilla

Oh.. [looks down sadly]

Fox and Chinchilla walk away.

FADE TO

THE NEW FAVORITE

Scene Two – Ext. Alleyway, night.

Fox trots alone along the alleyway.

FOX

Hmph, I’m better off alone. [trots arrogantly]

[Faint gibberish] Fox overheard some female animals talking. Fox’s face turns red as he saw CAT among them.

Cat

[Voice fades in] Did you see Chinchilla today? [French accent]

peacock

Ahh yes, the handsome fellow. [British accent]

CAT

Yes he’s the most handsome fellow there is now!

PEACOCK

But what of the other one?

Peacock

The fox? Ah, I used to fancy him. Chinchilla is better; him he shares his food, he’s funnier.. [fade out]

FOX

What the heck was that? Grrr!

Fox walks away grumpily.

FADE TO

ACT 2

PROPOSITION

Scene Three – Ext. Chinchilla’s den, day.

The sun shines brightly. Fox knocks on Chinchilla’s door repeatedly.

FOX

G’day mate! Open up! Chop chop!

CHINCHILLA

[opens door] Ah, what brings you here today?

FOX

Just bored, need to spice up the situation. [sneaky smile]

CHINCHILLA

Oh? And how might that be?

FOX

I’m challenging you [points at Chinchilla] to race me [points to himself].

CHINCHILLA

Wow, mm okay.. I guess..

Some ladies from last night in the alley passed the place. Fox glanced at the ladies, increases volume of voice hyperbolically.

FOX

OH NO YOU MUST! Let’s race!

PEACOCK

A race?! Oh, I can’t help but to overheard! You MUST certainly do it, sires!

CAT

Yes, what a nice idea!

FOX

See?

CHINCHILLA

Well, it won’t hurt, right? [shrugged]

PEACOCK

We will tell EVERYONE!

FOX

Yes, it will most certainly.. NOT.

Fox smirks, crosses fingers behind his back.

cut TO

THe trickster

Scene Four – Ext. Race track, night.

Fox digs a very deep hole with a shovel and covered them with leaves as camouflage as a trap.

FOX

MWAHAHAHAHA, I am a born genius!

Fox continues to cover the hole.

FADE TO

THE race

Scene Five – Ext. Race track, day.

Fox and Chinchilla are behind the starting line with everyone else cheering.

FOX

What a fine day to win!

peacock

Are you sure? I don’t think you can be faster! Haha..

Cat goes towards Chinchilla and kisses his forehead.

cat

A charm from me, Monsieour.

Fox caught a glimpse of the kiss and he gets angry because he fancies Cat.

FOX

Grrrh! I’ll show YOU who’s the one who deserved the kiss! [speaks to himself]

Fox is very confident about his trap, thus he quickly snapped out of his anger a little bit, and lets down a long sigh. Then, the race count begins.

CROWD

Three! Two! One! GO!!

Fox and Chinchilla gained speed and race to the finish line. Arrogantly, Fox intentionally lets Chinchilla to be in the lead so that he’ll fall into the trap first. He keeps his cool until the crowd starts screaming.

CROWD

Go Chinchilla! Go! Go! You’re gonna win this!

peacock

Oh! Look who’s left be-hiiiiindd? The Fox is loooooosing!

CROWD

Chin-chil-la! Chin-chil-la!

CAT

(to Peacock) I guess my kiss works then. GO CHINCHILLA! YOU MUST WIN FOR ME!

Fox caught Cat’s blaring voice. He becomes angry, gains speed and gets in the lead, and suddenly jerks back, turning his back to the crowd and yells.

FOX

I! [gasp] WON’T! [gasp] LOSE! I WILL…..

Fox suddenly remembers about the trap and tries to brake, but he failed.

FOX

Noooooooooo! [slow motion]

Fox fell down his own trap [loud thump]. The crowd is shocked to find that there’s a trap there, which is obviously set by Fox.

crowd

It’s a trap!

Boo!

Take that! His trap backfires on himself!

cat

Ah, what a disgrace..

Cat leaves. Everyone leaves. Fox was left alone.

FADE TO

CONTEMPLATION

Scene Six – Int. Trap hole, night.

Fox contemplates in misery. He looks at the moon, lying down with his tail curled.

FOX

Now Cat will loathe me even more..

cut TO

ACT 3

THE rescuer

Scene Seven – Int. Trap hole, dawn.

Fox woke up, feeling something ticklish on his nose.

FOX

[surprised] What is that?!

CHINCHILLA

[voice only] Grab the rope!

FOX

AH!

CHINCHILLA

[voice only] Come! Hurry!

Fox and Chinchilla work together to pull Fox up and out of the trap hole.

FADE TO

TRUE FRIENDS

Scene Eight – Ext. Race track, dawn.

Fox finally made it out. Fox felt really sad and embarrassed being saved by his self-appointed “enemy”. But suddenly, he realized something…

FOX

[crying] I’m sorry. Thank you for saving me.. NOT! [pins Chinchilla to the ground]

CHINCHILLA

[gasp] Ahh!

FOX

You just want the attention! Rescuing me, huh? Being the goodie boy, huh?! Way to go!

CHINCHILLA

[gasp] Ahh!

Chinchilla has no attempt to fight at all.

FOX

Might as well kill you right now! [pulls up right hand and claw]

CHINCHILLA

…

FOX

And why are you not fighting back, huh?! Huh?! [holds up right hand]

CHINCHILLA

I.. believe.. you..

FOX

[loosens grip on Chinchilla]

CHINCHILLA

-ot.. a bad.. person..

FOX

[slowly loosen his grip and lowers the right hand] What have I done.. I’m a monster..

You saved me. But I.. I’m sorry..

Fox frees Chinchilla. Chinchilla breathes for air, and then approaches Fox.

CHINCHILLA

[pats Fox on his back] There’s nothing to be sorry for, my dear Fox. It’s not a bad thing for someone to help his friend.

FOX

You are a real friend.. Thanks.. [cries]

Chinchilla hugs Fox. The sun rises, a new day begins.

FADE OUT

The End

Treatment

Scene	Visuals	Audio
1. Ext. Street, morning	a. Fox and Chinchilla walk to the café. b. People are greeting both of them, but Chinchilla is getting more praises. c. Fox is jealous because he’s a little bit ignored by the people.	a. Birds chirping -> to show that it’s in the morning. b. People praises Chinchilla more -> shows that he is a good guy and more likeable. c. Fox states that he’s jealous.
2. Ext. Alleyway, night	a. Fox walks alone at night. b. Cat and Peacock gossips about how nice Chinchilla is. c. Fox overheard them talking.	a. Cat thinks that Chinchilla is the better man. b. Fox hates the fact that Cat likes Chinchilla better than him, and thus he becomes enraged.
3. Ext. Chinchilla’s den, day	a. Fox knocks Chinchilla’s door. b. Cat and Peacock pass the two of them and overheard them talking.	a. Fox challenges Chinchilla to a race. b. Peacock mentioned that she and Cat overheard about the race and encouraged Chinchilla to accept the challenge.
4. Ext. Race track, night	Fox sets a trap for Chinchilla so that he will lose on the race.	Fox digs a hole and covers it with leaves as camouflage.
5. Ext. Race track, day	a. Fox and Chinchilla prepare for the race. b. Cat kisses Chinchilla for good luck and Fox became annoyed. c. Fox intentionally lets Chinchilla to gain speed first to lure him to the trap. d. Fox heard Cat’s supporting chant to Chinchilla. e. Fox turns around and gained speed. f. He runs towards the trap, and tried to brake but he didn’t have enough time. g. Fox fell down the trap.	a. Fox hates that Cat kisses Chinchilla. b. Cat yells a supporting chant for Chinchilla. c. The crowd chants for Chinchilla as well and some of them dissed the Fox because he is losing. d. Fox yells to the crowd that he won’t lose. e. A loud scream of Fox when he fell into the trap with a loud thump.
6. Int. Trap hole, night	Fox curls inside the hole alone, sadly staring at the moon.	Fox thinks that Cat will despise him even more.
7. Int. Trap hole, dawn	a. A rope came down and touched Fox’ nose. b. Chinchilla succeeded to pull Fox out with the rope.	a. Chinchilla tells Fox to hurry up and work together to get him out.
8. Ext. Race track, dawn	a. Fox attacks Chinchilla by pinning him to the ground. b. Chinchilla didn’t fight back. c. At the end, Fox loosen his grip and lets Chinchilla go. d. Chinchilla hugs Fox and comforts them.	a. Fox was angry because he thought that Chinchilla helps him just to humiliate him and gain fame. b. Chinchilla says that he believes that Fox is a good guy. Thus, he didn’t fight back. c. Fox realizes his mistakes. He’s ashamed. d. Chinchilla forgives Fox.