MARCY'S PLAYGROUND
MARCY'S PLAYGROUND
WRITTEN BY
KENDALL OLIPHANT
FADE IN:
EXT. ESTABLISHING SHOT - DAY
THE SCENE TAKES PLACE IN 1956 ALONG THE SUNSET STRIP IN WEST HOLLYWOOD. THE SCENE IS SHOT IN BLACK AND WHITE. A BLONDE WOMEN DRESSED IN A TWEED BUSINESS SUITE WITH HER HAIR DONE UP IN A BUN. THIS WOMEN IS ON HER LUNCH BREAK FROM A NEARBY OFFICE. THE CAMERA FOLLOWS HER AS SHE WALKS DOWN THE STREET, LINED WITH
PALM TREES
EXT. THE WOMEN WALKS INTO A DRUGSTORE - DAY
THE SCENE CONTINUES AS THE WOMEN TURNS INTO THE DRUGSTORE.THE CAMERA PANS TO THE FRONT WINDOW TO REVEAL THAT THIS PLACE IS THE FAMOUS SCHWABS DRUGSTORE, 8000
SUNSET BLVD
FADE OUT:
FADE IN:
INT. MARCY'S INTRODUCTION - DAY
(YOUNG SERVER, MARCY)
CUT TO THE PRESENT MARCY IS A SIMILARLY BUILT WOMEN DRESSED IN A MODERN BUSINESS SUITE AND SKIRT.
She sits in the Buzz Cafe, which is located on the site that once was Schwabs.
We know this because we see the address written on the display sign.The YOUNG SERVER comes over to serve her
Marcy writes in her diary as she sips her coffee
YOUNG SERVER
Writing your memoirs?
MARCY
Nothing like that
YOUNG SERVER
You never know, maybe your another Bridgitt Jones?
MARCY
I hope you don't mean fat?
YOUNG SERVER
(Shyly)
No, any way would you like a refill?
MARCY
No, I'm a little short today?
Marcy closes up her diary, places it in a large cloth handbag and exits
EXT. MARCY EXITS THE CAFE - DAY
(MARCY)
Marcy exits the cafe. Her cell phone goes off. She notices that the call is her agent
MARCY
Hello? Hey what's up Kip, sure I can be there in twenty minutes, oh great, see you soon, bye
EXT. MARCY WALKS PAST SPAGGOS - DAY
(MARCY)
Marcy happily walks down the street, passing Spaggos and begins to read the specials and prices with amusement
MARCY
Someday, it will be the Marcy Sutter party dining here
Marcy continues on
INT. MARCY WALKS INTO HER AGENTS OFFICE - DAY
(KIP, MARCY)
A LARGE BRONZE PLAQUE HANGS ON THE BRICK WALL OF THE OFFICE. THE SIGN READS "DENHOLM AND SULLIVAN MODEL AND TALENT AGENCY" THE OFFICE IS LOCATED IN AN OLD WAREHOUSE AND THE DECOR IS SUITED FOR THE INDUSTRIAL LOOK. THE FLOOR IS OF DARK OAK AND LARGE OVERSTUFFED FURNITURE COMPLETE THE LOOK
Marcy enters and removes her sun glasses to reveal her striking emerald green eyes and is greeted by KIP
MARCY
What's so important Kip?
KIP
Richard Devon is casting for his next movie, there's a part I think you would be right for
MARCY
Really, the lead?
KIP
No, that went to Rene you know who, the characters dialogue starts on page twenty
MARCY
(Flips to the page and reads to herself)
She's a hooker! You think I'm right to play a hooker!
KIP
I didn't mean it like that, I meant that this movie will be another smash and a credit in a Richard Devon film will look great on your resume
MARCY
Hmm, six lines, not bad, how much are they offering?
KIP
Sorry, only scale
MARCY
I'll read for it, but if I get the part, I won't do any nudity!
KIP
Hey I'm on your side, here's the address, nine o'clock, next Monday
MARCY
Great, thanks Kip gotta go
KIP
Big date?
MARCY
You kidding, I'm off to the club to work the night shift
KIP
Well see you sweetie, get some rest this weekend, oh I almost forgot I saw yesterdays dailies, you look fabulous
MARCY
Its too bad the shows only got six episodes left to shoot, I'll miss the gang
KIP
Hey, you'll see them over the summer, all the big names are set to shoot, that means money!
MARCY
Your right, see you later Kipling
Marcy exits smiling
INT. MARCY'S TAKE ON KIP - DAY
(KIP, MARCY)
Marcy walks to the doorway of the agency and takes out her journal and begins to write.We hear her voice as she gives her thoughts about Kip and their relationship
MARCY
He hates that, I don't know why, I think Kipling is a great name, it suits him, at least he wasn't named after Edgar Allen Poe.That would be three strikes for him, just look at him he looks like a cross between Festus from gunsmoke and Marvin the Alien and his sense of humour is like that of Fozzie Bear.Anyway, Kip gets me the jobs, I guess that's what counts.
Marcy continues on her way
FADE TO:
FADE IN:
INT. MARCY ARRIVES AT THE CLUB - NIGHT
(MARCY, MR.DANIELS)
Marcy rushes in and puts on her apron as MR DANIELS (BENJAMIN) comes over to greet her
MR.DANIELS
How's my little girl?
MARCY
Good
MR.DANIELS
Still hanging in there?
MARCY
The business is still fun
MR.DANIELS
Good girl, keep kicking in those doors, one of these days I'll be saying I knew Marcy Sutter when
MARCY
Thanks, is Tucker here yet?
MR.DANIELS
He's in his dressing room
INT. MR. DANIELS GIVES A PEP TALK - NIGHT
(MR.DANIELS, WAITE STAFF)
Mr. Daniels gathers his wait staff and gives his nightly words of encouragement
MR.DANIELS
How's my crew tonight
WAITE STAFF
Woo!
MR.DANIELS
Great!, as usual Mr. Tucker's music will be hot, so is my staff, that means plenty of Hungary guests, so lets wine them, dine them and well... send them... home happy
WAITE STAFF
Laugh
MR.DANIELS
The chef tells me the pheasant is excellent so sell the special, thank you, go too it
WAITE STAFF
(clapping)
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INT. MARCY SURPRISES TUCKER - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Marcy as accustomed knocks on Tuckers dressing room door and enters.TUCKER is caught off guard and tries to hide the half drank mickey of rye he has been drinking from
TUCKER
Oh hey Marcy, come in how are you?
MARCY
(Enters the room and shuts the door)
Good, you?
TUCKER
Good, a bit of a sore throat, you know how it is
MARCY
Sure, listen I just came back to tell you too break a leg
TUCKER
Thanks, listen we will talk after the show, okay
MARCY
Sure
(Marcy exits, Tucker takes out the bottle, takes a drink and winces as if in pain
FADE OUT:
FADE IN:
INT. IT'S MIDNIGHT AND THE CLUB IS JUMPING - NIGHT
(MARCY, MALE GUEST, FEMALE GUEST, ROBERT)
The place is packed full of guests anticipating the show, the wait staff is busy
Marcy walks out of the kitchen carrying two plates and heads over to the private dining area set off to the side of the club
MALE GUEST
Thanks
MARCY
Something to drink? Coffee?
MALE GUEST
Two Expressos
MARCY
Sure, enjoy your dessert
As Marcy exits she overhears the guests conversation
FEMALE GUEST
Robert, that waitress really has a look
ROBERT
Hmm
Marcy grins a little as she continues on
INT. MARCY TALKS TO ANOTHER WAITRESS - NIGHT
(MARCY, WAITRESS)
Marcy walks over to the bus pan station to unload her dishes.Another WAITRESS approaches
WAITRESS
(Motioning to the guest table)
Isn't that Mr.Redfo...
MARCY
(Interrupting)
Keep it too yourself
WAITRESS
I'm cool, I hear he's in town casting for his new film, maybe you'll get something
MARCY
That would be nice
Waitress smiles and exits
INT. MR.DANIELS INTRODUCES TUCKER - NIGHT
(MR.DANIELS, TUCKER)
Mr. Daniels walks to the centre of the stage
MR.DANIELS
How's everybody doing tonight?
(crowd applauds)
Great, I know if we clap real loud we can coax our great musical guest tonight Mr.Terrance Tucker out for another set
(Crowd claps loudly)
Tucker enters the stage from the wings, shakes Mr. Daniels hand and sits down at the piano
INT. TUCKER THANKS HIS FRIEND AND ADDRESSES THE CROWD - NIGHT
(TUCKER)
TUCKER
Thanks, Benjamin, you've been a great crowd, I assume you're all fans of jazz
(The crowd claps)
Great, this ones for all my friends here, especially you Marcy, Stardust
Tucker begins to play
INT. MARCY RECEIVES WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy walks over to the VIP table after the guests have left, opens the check book and takes out the fifty dollar tip and a hand written note
MARCY
(Reading to her self)
It was nice talking to you Marcy, good luck in your endeavours, I wish you all the best, maybe I will see you at Sundance someday
RR
INT. TUCKER PLAYS HIS FINAL SONG OF THE NIGHT - NIGHT
(TUCKER)
Tucker finishes of his final set of the night with Duke Ellingtons "It don't mean a thing (if it ain't got that swing)
The crowd explodes with applause
EXT. TUCKER AND MARCY TALK ON THE RIDE HOME - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
MARCY
I don't mean to be an old hen, but I'm worried Tucker
TUCKER
About what?
MARCY
Your drinking?
TUCKER
That, it's nothing, like I told you I've been having a little bit of a problem with my throat lately
MARCY
Sorry, it's none of my business
TUCKER
You're so over protective, you'll be a great mom someday
MARCY
Someday, anyway see you next weekend
TUCKER
Sure will, I'm going to New York this week, I'll call you, have fun, steal the show
MARCY
You to
Marcy gives Tucker a friendly kiss on the cheek and exits the car
EXT. MARCY IS PROPOSITIONED OUTSIDE HER LOFT - NIGHT
(MARCY, SLEEZY JOHN)
Marcy steps out of Tuckers car, waves goodbye as he drives off. Marcy is accosted by a SLEAZY JOHN
SLEEZY JOHN
How much Baby?
MARCY
Creep!
Marcy quickly opens her loft door and enters
INT. MARCY PHONES HER MOM - NIGHT
(MARCY, MARCY'S MOM)
Marcy enters her modern decor loft and phones her MOM
MARCY
Hi Mom, hope It's not too late?
MARCY'S MOM
No honey I'm just waiting for Leno to come on
MARCY
How's Dad?
MARCY'S MOM
Fine, but he misses you, when are you coming home?
MARCY
I told you mom, I'm here to be an actress, I can't be one in Hoboken
MARCY'S MOM
I know, do you have enough money? Can I send you some?
MARCY
I have plenty, I've got re-accruing role on Mission Possible, I've done a couple magazine shoots this year and then there's the club
MARCY'S MOM
I don't like you working in a bar and those magazines you're not naked are you?
MARCY
No mom, lets get it strait, I work in a classy jazz club and the magazine was a fitness magazine
MARCY'S MOM
Why don't you come home and work for Mrs. Simpson down at insurance agency
MARCY
Mom, I'm happy here, I'll be home for Christmas, tell Dad I love him, okay
MARCY'S MOM
Okay, you know what's best, we love you Marcy
MARCY
I love you too Mom, bye
Marcy hangs up the phone and lets out a cry in frustration
INT. MARCY EXPRESSES HER FEELINGS THROUGH A POEM - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy enters from the shower in a robe and sits on her bed. She removes a book of Shakespeare's Sonnets from a bookcase and turns to Sonnet CXI
MARCY
(Marcy reads out loud)
O for my sake do you with fortune chide, The guilty goddess of my harmful deeds, That did not better for my life provide Than public means which public manners breeds Thence comes it that my name receives a brand And almost thence my nature is subdued To what it works in, like the dyers hand Pity me then and wish I were renewed Whilst, like a willing patient, I will drink Potions of eisel' against my strong infection No bitterness that I will bitter think Nor double penance, to correct correction Pity me then, dear friend, and I assure ye Even that your pity is enough to cure me
EXT. MARCY PUTS THE POEM IN CONTEXT AS SHE WRITES IN HER DIARY - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy close up the book and then removes her diary from the top drawer of the side table next to the bed.Again, we hear Marcy's voice
MARCY
I am the guilty goddess, but who have I harmed.Why am I put down for contributing to society, doing legitimate work? Actors are seen by the uninformed as millionaire spoiled babies.If they could only see the struggling actor who spends fifteen hours a day being pushed, pulled and strained.For this sacrifice we are branded as lazy? I myself have not taken to alcohol or drugs to remedy the pain we all feel to some extent. I do not chastise those who do, for them the bitter medicine is a just alternative to the sickening pain.To you Tucker, my friend, I will not offer you my pity, rather the flame that will renew.
INT. MONDAY 7:00 AM ON THE SET OF MISSION POSSIBLE - DAY
(MARCY, MAUREEN) MARCY SITS IN THE MAKE-UP CHAIR SILENTLY AS THE MAKE-UP ARTIST BEGINS TO APPLY SOME FOUNDATION.
From behind a familiar voice (MAUREEN) calls out Marcy's name
MAUREEN
Good morning darling
MARCY
(Turns and smiles)
Good morning Mrs.Myles
MAUREEN
Please honey, I'm not dead, it's Maureen
MARCY
Sorry, in case I don't get a chance I would like to thank you for the fun I've had this season
MAUREEN
It's been a pleasure working with you too, see you on set The make-up artist instructs Marcy to close her eyes
INT. 8:30AM SET OF MISSION POSSIBLE - DAY
(BARBARA, MARCY, THE EXTRA)
Marcy walks toward the 1st AD BARBARA Gunn to ask her a question.Barbara is having an animated conversation with an EXTRA.The extra walks away angrily and vents at Marcy
THE EXTRA
What's her problem?
MARCY
Don't know
The extra exits
INT. MARCY TALKS TO BARBARA - DAY
(BARBARA, MARCY)
Marcy softens her tone to put Barbara in a better mood
MARCY
Excuse me Barbara?
BARBARA
(With a thick German accent, loudly)
Vat?
MARCY
I realize you're busy, I just wanted to take a look at todays sides
BARBARA
Here!
MARCY
Hey Barbara, remember those three weeks we did back in October on what was it, oh Taming...
BARBARA
(Lights up) Oh! Taming Herr Schroader
MARCY
Right! Mr.Shroader! What a great set!
BARBARA
Das ist true, now I've got to go
Barbara addresses the room with a loud tone
BARBARA
Fifteen minute warning everyone, fifteen minutes, don't be late!
Barbara walks away, Marcy smiles
INT. 9:00AM MARCY WAITS FOR HER CUE - DAY
(MARCY, ALISTAIR, DIRECTOR)
MISSION POSSIBLE IS A SITUATION COMEDY THAT TELLS THE STORY OF THE ON GOINGS IN THE LIVES OF A GROUP OF PEOPLE WORKING IN AN ADVERTISING AGENCY. THE ONSOMBLE CAST IS SPEARHEADED BY MAUREEN AND ALISTAIR, WHO PLAY THE OWNERS OF THE AGENCY.MARCY HAS A RECURRING WALK ON ROLE AS A SECRETARY
Marcy waits nervously to make her entrance.ALISTAIR enters drinking a coffee
ALISTAIR
(Yelling to an off camera director) What scene is this?
DIRECTOR
Scene 19
ALISTAIR
Thank you, are we ready to role?
DIRECTOR
Yes
Alistair hands his coffee to Marcy unaware that she is an actress
ALISTAIR
Here!
Marcy remains professional and simply places the cup on the craft table
INT. MARCY MAKES HER ENTRANCE - DAY
(CREW MEMBER, DIRECTOR, ALISTAIR, ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE, MARCY, MAUREEN)
CREW MEMBER
Slate in!
DIRECTOR
Rolling!
On set Maureen and an actor playing an advertising executive start their dialogue, Alistair makes his entrance and delivers his line, Marcy hesitates and makes her entrance
DIRECTOR
Cut! Going again!
Marcy knows she was late entering
INT. ALISTAIR BLOWS UP - DAY
(ALISTAIR, DIRECTOR, MARCY, JANET)
Alistair walks past Marcy, referring to her while venting to the director
ALISTAIR
Someone teach her how to take a cue!
JANET
Sorry sir, It wasn't her fault
INT. JANET GIVES WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO MARCY - DAY
(JANET, MARCY, CREW MEMBER)
JANET walks over to Marcy carrying her copy of the script
JANET
Sorry dear, come in when Alistair says, "Where's that Ferdinan file?"
MARCY
Great thanks
CREW MEMBER
Scene 19 take two, slate in
INT. MARCY HITS HER MARK - DAY
(ALISTAIR, MARCY)
The cast are on stage doing the scene again
ALISTAIR
Where's that Ferdinan file?
Marcy makes her entrance carrying a file folder, walks over to Alistair and delivers her scripted line
MARCY
Here sir
INT. MARCY RECEIVES WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT - DAY
(DIRECTOR, MARCY, MAUREEN)
DIRECTOR
Cut, great timing Marcy, but try to be a little more assertive with your line
Marcy nods
MAUREEN
Relax, you're doing great
INT. NOON - DAY
(DIRECTOR, BARBARA, MARCY)
MARCY SITS IN THE BLEACHERS WATCHING THE CAST DO THEIR POV'S
DIRECTOR
(From the stage)
That's lunch!
BARBARA
One hour everyone!
Marcy's phone rings
MARCY
Hello, hi Kip, oh fine, Wednesday? Sure, what's the part, that anything like a plantation worker?, oh nothing, great talk to you later Marcy steps off the bleachers and exits
INT. MAUREEN ENTERTAINS THE LUNCH ROOM - DAY
(MARCY, MAUREEN)
Marcy and the other couple of extra actors sit with the crew eating lunch.From the back of the room Maureen and the hair designer begin to sing a Cole Porter song. Everyone stops eating and turns and begins to applaud
INT. BARBARA INTERRUPTS - DAY
(BARBARA, MAUREEN, MARCY)
Barbara enters the room and brings a halt to Maureen's singing
BARBARA
(Screaming)
Quiet!
Everyone sinks in their seats in shock. Maureen quietly walks back to her chair
MARCY
(In disgust, vents to Barbara)
I think the phrase is pearls before swine, how dare you cut off a legend
(The people around Marcy nod in agreement)
INT. MAUREEN GIVES A PROFESSIONAL THANK YOU TO MARCY - DAY
(MAUREEN)
Maureen sitting cocks her head toward the sound of the voice
MAUREEN
Darling I'm not a legend yet, just a diva, thank you
(laughing)
INT. BARBARA TRIES TO REGAIN HER STATUS - DAY
(BARBARA)
Barbara stands momentarily stunned, but quickly regains her integrity
BARBARA
Vere back from lunch!
BARBARA EXITS
INT. 7:00PM MARCY PERFORMS WITH ALISTAIR - NIGHT
(ALISTAIR, MARCY, DIRECTOR, CREW MEMBER)
Marcy and Alistair stand on an office set
ALISTAIR
(In character)
Thank you Mrs. Sinclair, oh can you tell Frank to stop letting his children write his reports
(Laughs from the crew)
DIRECTOR
Great print it, check the gate
CREW MEMBER
Gates clean
DIRECTOR
That's a wrap! Tomorrow we do the exteriors
MARCY EXITS
INT. ALISTAIR AND GEORGE TALK - NIGHT
(ALISTAIR, GEORGE)
ALISTAIR
Finally, hey George call me when you have the dailies
GEORGE
Will do
Alistair and George exit, the set goes dark
INT. MARCY GETS A CALL FROM TUCKER - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER, DIRECTOR, STAGE DIRECTOR)
Marcy puts on her coat, as her cell phone rings
TWO SHOTS: MARCY ON SET, TUCKER IN HIS DRESSING ROOM
MARCY
Hey Tucker, what's up?
Tucker sits in his dressing room in New York dressed in his costume for his role as Ice in Westside story
TUCKER
The shows going on hiatus for a couple of weeks, while they prepare too move it to Chicago, I'll be back in L.A on Thursday, want to go dancing?
MARCY
I'm working all week
TUCKER
Thursday's slow, Benjamins' got plenty of help, besides you need get out
MARCY
Oh all right, it's a date
A stage director pokes his head into Tuckers' room
STAGE DIRECTOR
Jets and Sharks lets go!
TUCKER
Gotta go babe, see Yea
MARCY
Break a leg
(click)
EXT. 7:30PM MARCY PULLS OUT OF THE STUDIO PARKING LOT - NIGHT
(MARCY)
MARCY PULLS OUT OF THE STUDIO LOT AND PASSES THE SIGN READING STUDIO CITY.SHE BEGINS HER JOURNEY HOME THROUGH THE AREAS MILLION DOLLAR HOMES.
MARCY
Why, then the world's mine oyster, which I with sword will open
FADE
INT. MARCY ATTENDS A CASTING CALL - DAY
(MARCY, PRODUCER, RECEPTIONIST)
Marcy walks into the waiting room of a producer, the room is full of buxom blondes. She takes a nervous look around before she walks up to the RECEPTIONIST
MARCY
I'm Marcy Sutter, I have a 9 o'clock appointment
RECEPTIONIST
Your number twelve take a seat
INT. MARCY WAITS FOR HER NUMBER TO COME UP - DAY
(MARCY, PORN ACTRESS, PRODUCER, PORN STAR)
Marcy takes a seat next to a women (PORN ACTRESS) wearing a very revealing dress with ample cleavage
PORN ACTRESS
I'm here for the role of the Nympho, are you?
MARCY
Ah, no the secretary
The producer comes out of his office
PRODUCER
Number 12!
MARCY
Excuse me
Marcy gets up and exits
PORN STAR
Good luck
INT. MARCY MEETS THE PRODUCER - DAY
(PRODUCER, MARCY)
MARCY WALKS INTO A SMALL OFFICE WITH CHEAP WOOD PANELING AND A LEATHERETTE CHAIR FACING A SMALL DESK WITH A SLEAZY LOOKING PRODUCER SITTING THERE
SLEEZY PRODUCER
Who Yea have a seat
MARCY
Thanks, here's my head shots and my resume, as you see I've had speaking parts on many top series and movies
PRODUCER
Yea, great, now, what part are you here for?
MARCY
The secretary
PRODUCER
Great, lets see what you got
MARCY
Excuse me!
PRODUCER
Look, read the script scene 10 Miss Ballcock enters and takes her clothes off
MARCY
Sorry, I wasn't told about that scene excuse me, this part isn't for me
PRODUCER
Your loss,
(shouting)
Next!
Marcy exits shaking her head
EXT. MARCY LETS KIP HAVE IT - DAY
(KIP, MARCY)
Two shots: Marcy fuming gets in her car and phones Kip at his office
MARCY
Hello, Kip!
KIP
What's wrong honey?
MARCY
What's wrong! Remember that great role! It was a damn porno movie!
KIP
Oh Jeez sorry, I didn't know. The producer only mentioned a secretary part
(Kip begins to laugh)
MARCY
(Beginning to laugh It's not funny Kip, next time you take the role
KIP
Only if
MARCY
Goodbye Kip
MARCY DRIVES OFF
INT. INTERIOR NOON - DAY
(TERRY, MARCY)
MARCY WALKS INTO THE EMPERORS CLOTHES. A SMALL BOUTIQUE OWNED BY HER FRIEND TERRY, AN ASPIRING DESIGNER THE SAME AGE AS MARCY.
TERRY
Thanks Marcy for coming in
MARCY
No problem
TERRY
Look I shouldn't be long I just have to run over to my supplier and pick up my order
MARCY
Sure
Marcy spots a dress on the rack
MARCY
Oh wow, this is perfect
TERRY
Where you going?
MARCY
Tucker's coming back on Thursday and he asked me to go dancing
TERRY
I have something over here The two walk over to another rack
INT. TERRY SHOWS A SEXY DRESS TO MARCY - DAY
(TERRY, MARCY)
TERRY
(Terry takes a small red sequin dress of the rack)
This would look great on you
MARCY
I don't know, don't you think it's a bit much?
TERRY
No! You've got a great body, Try it on!
MARCY
All right
INT. MARCY TRIES ON THE DRESS - DAY
(MARCY, TERRY)
Marcy stands in the dressing room looking at herself in the mirror
TERRY
Well lets see how it looks
MARCY
(Opens the door)
I don't know
TERRY
Wow! You look hot! Tucker's going to flip
MARCY
We are just friends, besides I cant afford something like this
TERRY
Look, you need a dress, I need the publicity, wear it
MARCY
Thanks, I'll bring it back on Monday
TERRY
Great, I'll be back in half an hour
FADE
FADE IN:
INT. MARCY'S APARTMENT - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Marcy finishes getting ready for her date with Tucker and takes the time to write in her diary
MARCY
As I sit here getting ready for my date with my closest friend Tucker, I can't help reflect or more accurately digress back to the night of my senior prom. Eighteen, giddy with anticipation of my Prince Charming arriving in his golden carriage to sweep me off my feet. Well, my prince was named Sherman Nusbomb and he drove an old pick-up truck which broke down half way to the prom.The only ferry tale I saw that night was the pin-up calendar on the wall of Roscoe's garage.Anyway four years and three thousand miles later I have that same giddy feeling about Tucker. Too quote Longfellow, "And the night shall be filled with music and cares that infest the day shall fold their tents...and silently steal away" Tucker you are my friend and soul mate
A doorbell rings, breaking Marcy's concentration.She closes up her diary and exits
INT. MARCY ANSWERS THE DOOR - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
MARCY
Hi
TUCKER
Hi, these are for you
Tucker hands Marcy a bouquet of Roses
MARCY
Their beautiful, come in
Tucker enters and follows Marcy into the living room
INT. MARCY PLACES HER ROSES INTO A VASE ON THE TABLE - NIGHT
(TUCKER, MARCY)
TUCKER
Wow! You look great!
MARCY
My friend Terry, designed it, you've met her I think?
TUCKER
Quirky? Short Hair? Into Wicca?
MARCY
That's her
TUCKER
She's got talent, maybe someday she'll be designing you a dress for an award show or a wedding dress
MARCY
Cut that out! Anyway, you look handsome as ever, here
Marcy takes a rose and places it in Tuckers lapel
TUCKER
So how have you been?
MARCY
Good, Mission Possible has been a blast and I think I can get a good part in Scorsese's new film, how was NY?
TUCKER
The show was a blast, I picked up a nasty cold though
MARCY
Bad boy, you need to take care of yourself
TUCKER
Ready to go?
Tucker and Marcy exit
FADE OUT
FADE IN:
INT. 10:00PM MARCY AND TUCKER ENTER THE DANCE CLUB - NIGHT
(TUCKER, MARCY)
THE CLUB IS FULL OF PEOPLE FROM 18 TO 40. THE BASE OF THE HIP HOP MUSIC REVERBERATES.TUCKER LEADS MARCY OVER TO THE BAR
TUCKER
(Tucker gets the bartenders attention)
Hey bud, gimme a half bottle of white wine, we will be over at that booth
Marcy and Tucker exit
INT. 11:30PM NIGHT CLUB - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
MARCY AND TUCKER DISCUSS THEIR FUTURES
MARCY
What are you going to do after Westside Story?
TUCKER
I'm not sure, a friend of mine is looking for a producer for an off Broadway production of Death of a Salesman, I've always wanted to produce
MARCY
Your not feeling old are you?
TUCKER
I've been acting and dancing since I was five, my first job was a tap dancing orange in a Mr. Juice ad
MARCY
You're only 35
TUCKER
My body feels like its fifty
MARCY
Well, maybe you should ask your friend for the part of Wily Loman
TUCKER
Cute, lets dance
Marcy and Tucker get up from the table
INT. 11:45PM DANCE FLOOR - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Tucker leads Marcy onto the dance floor. An upbeat Latin Salsa number plays
MARCY
I can't dance this
TUCKER
Sure you can its easy, look its just back and forward, put your hand here, back one, two, forward one, now move your hips, that's it, your a natural
The song nears its end and Tucker gets fancy, spinning Marcy around and then dips her
The people near them begin to clap and whistle
INT. DANCE FLOOR - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
MARCY
Whoa!, where did you learn that?
TUCKER
I dated a Spanish girl for a couple of months when I was on tour in Europe last year, she taught me a few things
MARCY
What happened?
TUCKER
Her father was a direct descendant of Franco
MARCY
Oh
Marcy and Tucker begin to walk back towards their table
INT. DANCE FLOOR 12:00AM - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Tucker and Marcy head off the dance floor
TUCKER
Now why are you not dating anybody?
Before Marcy can answer Tucker has a dizzy spell
TUCKER
Whoa, sorry
MARCY
What's wrong?
TUCKER
I don't know, I got a little light headed, must be the excitement
MARCY
Lets go outside and get some air
TUCKER
Good idea
MARCY AND TUCKER EXIT
EXT. OUTSIDE THE CLUB - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Tucker sits on the steps outside the club. Marcy exits the club with a bottle of water
MARCY
Here's some water
TUCKER
Thanks
MARCY
Feeling better?
TUCKER
Yea, you wouldn't mind if we left, I'm not feeling that great
MARCY
Sure
Marcy turns to the bouncer
MARCY
Could you call us a cab
INT. MARCY'S APARTMENT - NIGHT
(MARCY, MARCY'S DAD)
Marcy sits on her sofa reading through a script, eating a sandwich.The phone rings, Marcy looks at the call display and looks pleased to see it is her DAD
SPLIT SCREEN OF MARCY AND HER DAD
MARCY
Hello
MARCY'S DAD
How's my little girl?
MARCY
Fine Dad
MARCY'S DAD
Oh you know how it is, me and Frankie blue eyes get in a couple of rounds of golf a week
MARCY
Yea, sure you mean your buddy Frankie Nunoz the foot doctor
MARCY'S DAD
Seriously, how are you?
MARCY
Still working on my first million, gotta ways to go, I got a small part in a medical drama today
MARCY'S DAD
Great, I'm sure you will do me proud
MARCY
Hope so Dad
(Marcy hears the beep of call waiting)
Hey Dad, I got another call, It's my agent, tell mom I love her
MARCY'S DAD
Sure will, bye honey, good luck
INT. MARCY TALKS TO KIP - NIGHT
(KIP, MARCY, VOICE)
ALTERNATING SHOTS OF MARCY AND KIP
KIP SITS IN HIS APARTMENT, FURNISHED IN 1950'S RETRO FURNITURE, LOTS OF ANIMAL PRINTS
MARCY SITS IN HER LIVING ROOM
KIP
Hi darling I hope it's not too late, I just wanted to know if you had a chance too look at the script?
MARCY
I'm reading it now, I think this Nurse Waters is good role for me
KIP
Its so you, have fun with it
VOICE
Now where is my king of the jungle
KIP
(Yelling at his date) Shhh! I'm working hear!
(To Marcy)
Sorry darling
MARCY
(laughing)
Who was that Kip?
KIP
I have a date, he's French, cute as a button
MARCY
Well oho, la, la
KIP
Oh I forgot, the producer phoned, there's a scene that requires a piano player, do you think your friend Tucker would be interested?
MARCY
I'll call him and get him to call you
KIP
Thanks got to go
(Music begins to play in Kips apartment "Lady Marmalade")
MARCY
(Hearing it begins to laugh)
By Kip!
INT. MARCY TRIES TO GET A HOLD OF TUCKER - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy hangs up the phone and dials Tuckers number. No answer, hangs up
MARCY
Hmm, must be getting ready, speaking of which
FADE OUT
FADE IN:
INT. TUCKER SHOWS A SIGN OF WEAKNESS - NIGHT
(TUCKER)
Tucker lies intoxicated in his hotel bed in Chicago.He grimaces in obvious pain with each drink he takes from a bottle of scotch.He looks at his cell phone, sees Marcy's number, but doesn't answer out of embarrassment.Tucker takes another drink and lies back in his bed.For the first time we see Tucker loose control of his emotions as he bolts up from his bed and smashes the bottle against the wall and begins to cry
FADE OUT
FADE IN:
INT. MARCY ATTENDS A WRAP PARTY AT A LUXURIOUS HOTEL - NIGHT
(MARCY, TERRY, GEORGE)
MARCY AND TERRY ENTER THE BALLROOM DRESSED IN BLACK GOWNS DESIGNED BY TERRY. THE CAST AND CREW AND THEIR GUESTS OF MISSION POSSIBLE GATHER FOR THEIR THIRD SEASON WRAP PARTY.IT'S 8:50PM THE GUESTS BEGIN TO ARRIVE AND GATHER IN CLUMPS AROUND THE ROOM, LAUGHING AND EATING.AN EIGHT PIECE BAND PLAYS VARIOUS BLUES STANDARDS.
Marcy and Terry make their way over to the buffet table
TERRY
So how come you don't have a date?
MARCY
Tucker's in Chicago and I've been busy
TERRY
Marcy find someone before you become an old spinster
MARCY
Thanks, oh hey there's my friend George the director, let me introduce you
TERRY
The director? He's cute
MARCY
Behave yourself
Marcy and Terry walk towards George
INT. BALL ROOM - NIGHT
(GEORGE, MARCY, TERRY, ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE)
Marcy escorts Terry over to George table where he sits surrounded by Advertising Executives.Marcy politely interrupts their conversation
ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE
The overnight ratings for the first episode are in, their great!, the 16-25 demographic are up 4.5 percent, overall we are up 10 percent from last season
GEORGE
(Unamused)
Great
MARCY
(Interrupting)
Excuse me George, sorry Mr. Garland
GEORGE
(Eager to change the subject)
It's Marcy, isn't it
MARCY
Yes, I just wanted to say, how happy I am to have been part of your show this season
GEORGE
You made it easy, your such a delight to work with, your truly a professional
MARCY
Thank you, by the way this is Terry Trudeau, she's a talented designer, she made these dresses
GEORGE
You've got talent
(A commotion gets the attention of George, guests and media begin to flock towards the entrance)
Excuse me
George exits with the executive
INT. ALLISTAIR AND MAUREEN MAKE THEIR ENTRANCE - NIGHT
(MAUREEN, ALISTAIR)
The two main stars make their fashionably late entrance to a smatter of applause and flash bulbs from a small gathering of media and bit actors
MAUREEN
Thank you, I would like to thank you all for making this season the success that it has been
ALISTAIR
It's been fun, excuse me
Alistair exits, Maureen stays to sign a couple autographs
INT. MARCY GIVES HER POINT OF VIEW ABOUT THE BUSINESS - NIGHT
(TERRY, MARCY)
MARCY AND TERRY STAND AT A TABLE FULL OF GLASSES OF CHAMPAGNE.IN THE CENTRE AN ICE SCULPTURE OF AN EAGLE
TERRY
How do you put up with the bull shit?
MARCY
What do you mean?
TERRY
Come on, that Alistair Gregory guy being such a pill, look at him, kissing the executive's ass and treating everyone else like dirt, who does he think he is?
MARCY
I know, it is always a wonder to me how people who make a living by being looked at can be so unattractive
CUT TO:
INT. JANET MCS A KAROKE CONTEST - NIGHT
(JANET)
JANET
Hi everyone, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you two this wrap party for season three, here's to season four
(clapping)
I don't know if this will be the highlight of this years party but hear goes.
(laughs)
We have many talented people on this staff, so what better way to show case them then a Karoke contest.
(cheers)
First up, three members of our wonderful carpentry department Derek, Cindy and Woody singing Wild Thing
(hoots and hollers)
The three crew members enter onto the stage and launch into a slightly off key rendition of the song to a sea of laughs and cheers
CUT TO:
INT. MARCY TRIES TO CALL TUCKER AGAIN - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy excuses herself from the table and walks into the hall
MARCY
Excuse me
INT. MARCY GETS A SURPRISE WHEN SHE PHONES TUCKER - NIGHT
(MARCY, SIMON)
Marcy dials Tuckers number and a strange person answers
MARCY
Hello? I'm looking for Tucker, who's this?
SIMON
Hi, I'm Simon, I work with Tucker, who's this?
MARCY
Marcy, Marcy Sutter, I'm a good friend, I don't understand, is something wrong with Tucker?
SIMON
Marcy, of coarse, Tucker talks about you all the time, look sorry Tucker collapsed on stage tonight
MARCY
Christ! Is he all right?
SIMON
I don't know, the doctors looking at him now
MARCY
I'll fly up to Chicago on the first flight in the morning, what hospital is he in?
SIMON
Chicago General, room 410, does he have any family?
MARCY
He has a sister in Queens, I'll give her a call
SIMON
I'll see you tomorrow, don't worry he's surrounded by friends
MARCY
Thanks, bye
Marcy puts a smile on her face and re-enters the room
INT. MARCY PUTS ON A BRAVE FACE - NIGHT
(MARCY, TERRY)
Terry unaware of th situation runs over to Marcy in a state of joy
TERRY
Your next
MARCY
What?
TERRY
I put your name in, it's your turn to show these hacks how to sing, you might bring a smile to these stiffs faces
MARCY
I don't feel like it
(Before she can get out of it Janet call her up)
INT. JANET CALLS UP MARCY - NIGHT
(JANET, MARCY)
On the stage a women finishes her song and exits
JANET
Next up, oh, one of our featured background performers that has been with us many times this season, Marcy Sutter
(Polite clapping)
MARCY
(Directing the guy running the machine)
I would like to do this without the music, thanks
Marcy begins to sing "That's what friends are for"
INT. MARCY RECEIVES LARGE PRAISE - NIGHT
(BARBARA, MARCY)
Marcy ends her song and slowly the crowd begins to stand and clap.Marcy steps off the stage and is met by Barbara
BARBARA
You have a lovely voice, it's been fun working with you
MARCY
That means a lot to me Barbara thanks, I look forward to working with you again
Marcy exits the stage
FADE OUT:
FADE IN:
INT. CHICAGO GENERAL - DAY
(DOCTOR, MARCY, MARTINE, SIMON)
Marcy rushes into Tuckers room where a DOCTOR, SIMON and MARTINE await
MARCY
Hi, I'm Marcy, Tuckers friend
MARTINE
Hi, nice to meet you, everything Tuckers said about you is true, you are beautiful and a great friend
MARCY
Thanks, what happened?
DOCTOR
Mr.Tuckers' white blood cell count dropped drastically, combined with exhaustion and dehydration it caused him to collapse and go into shock, we've sedated him
MARCY
White blood cells? What does that mean?
DOCTOR
White blood cells help fight off infection, if you don't have enough and your ill it could be serious
MARCY
I've never seen Tucker even have a cold, what do you mean?
DOCTOR
The tests haven't come back yet, but it could be cancer, excuse me
The doctor exits, leaving the three looking at each other in disbelief
INT. MARTINE TRIES TO CONSOLE MARCY - NIGHT
(MARTINE, SIMON, MARCY)
MARTINE
Marcy don't beat yourself up, that's Terrance, he would never tell anyone that he was sick
SIMON
Yea, he was always the tough guy
MARCY
I fell like such an ass, I was giving him a hard time about his drinking
MARTINE
Thank you, I feel better knowing that some ones looking out for him
MARCY
I'm going to get something to drink
SIMON
Me too
Simon and Marcy leave
INT. TUCKERS HOSPITAL ROOM - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Marcy sits in a chair next to Tuckers bed, Tucker sleeps. Marcy writes in her diary
MARCY
When sorrows come, they come not single spies, but in battalions
Marcy's attention is caught as Tucker moves
INT. TUCKER AWAKENS - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
TUCKER ADMITS HE HAS CANCER
MARCY
Hi
TUCKER
(Having problems speaking)
Marcy? What the hell happened?
MARCY
You collapsed on stage
TUCKER
I'm sure they told you I have cancer
MARCY
Why didn't you say something?
TUCKER
I didn't want to worry anyone, can I ask you a favour?
MARCY
Sure
TUCKER
Hand me my wallet
Marcy opens the drawer of the table next to the bed and takes out a wallet and hands it to Tucker
INT. TUCKERS HOSPITAL BED - NIGHT
(TUCKER, MARCY)
Tucker makes a startling confession
TUCKER
Here
Tucker opens the wallet and takes out a slip of paper and a photograph of a young child and a women
MARCY
Is that you're niece?
TUCKER
My daughter
MARCY
Daughter?
TUCKER
Eight years ago I had a one night stand with a women who was a dancer in a play I was doing
MARCY
What happened?
TUCKER
I guess I wasn't ready to be a dad, anyway Sheila, that's her in the picture, she lives in Oakland, she had problems after we split up and got messed up with the wrong people, she got her self straight, she's a good mother
MARCY
You did your best
TUCKER
In case I don't make it, there's $20,000 in a trust fund for them, would you call her and tell her?
MARCY
Your sweet, sure, what's your little girls name?
TUCKER
Brandon Terrance, she's ten
MARCY
Think she'll be an entertainer?
TUCKER
She says she wants to be a veterinarian
MARCY
Good choice
TUCKER
(with difficulty)
Laughs
MARCY
Sorry, don't worry everything will be taken care of, get some rest
Tucker closes his eyes and Marcy leaves the room
INT. HOSPITAL WAITING ROOM - DAY
(DOCTOR, MARCY)
The doctor awakens Marcy
DOCTOR
Excuse me Marcy?
MARCY
Yes?
DOCTOR
I'm Doctor Anson, we met briefly last night, I have some bad news for you
MARCY
Tucker?
DOCTOR
Your friend Terrance passed away through the night, he went peacefully, his sister gave us permission to remove him from life support
MARCY
Thank you
DOCTOR
Their was a note to give you this
The doctor hands Marcy her diary with a photograph stuck in a page
INT. HOSPITAL WAITING ROOM - DAY
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Marcy takes out the photograph of her and Tucker hamming it up at the club.Marcy smiles and notices that the photo marked the last page in her diary.Tucker has written her a message of hope.
TUCKER
To my dearest friend, I know there's some unwritten rule in the women's handbook to life, that states that one should never read their diary, but under the circumstances I didn't think you would mind.The last twenty four hours has been a time of great discovery.I'm sorry that I will not be there the day that you embrace your talents and set forth and cross the bridge of destiny and sip from the river of success.
Take care, love Tucker
Marcy closes her diary, hugging it.She begins to cry
FADE OUT
FADE IN:
INT. JAZZ CLUB - NIGHT
(TUCKER, MR.DANIELS)
The club is packed full of close friends of Tucker who have come out for a tribute concert in his honour
MR.DANIELS
(Benjamin stands on stage and begins a eulogy)
Thank you all for coming, I know Tucker would wish for you all to think of this night as a celebration to his wonderful life, rather than a morning of his death. I would like a good friend of ours and Tucker to come up here and say a few words, Marcy
INT. MARCY SAYS A FEW WORDS - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy steps onto the stage and her and Benjamin hug
MARCY
Tucker was a man of few words, with many talents.Born into poverty, raised
In the projects, but yet he overcame.With the help of loving parents and many people who recognized his potential, he rose above the clouds.From the age of three, dancing in his living room to Aretha Franklin and Elvis, too starring alongside the likes of Sydney Pointier age the age of eleven.At twenty three he was already a veteran of stage and screen.He was looked up to by people in the industry with twice the experience.A cruel twist of fate has plucked another star from the heavens.William Shakespeare wrote it the best, "When he shall die, take him and cut him out in little stars, and he will make the face of heaven so fine, that all the world will be in love with night, and pay no worship to the garish sun"
Thank You, enjoy the evening
The crowd claps vigorously
Benjamin steps back onto the stage, Marcy smiles appreciative and exits
INT. BENJAMIN INTRODUCES THE BAND - NIGHT
(MR.DANIELS)
Benjamin introduces a jazz somble of musicians
MR.DANIELS
Thank you, now in honour of Tucker, I bring you the finest collection of jazz musicians around to play for you
The crowd claps as the stage begins to fill up with musicians
INT. THE BAND PLAYS - NIGHT
(BAND LEADER)
Benjamin shakes hands with the BAND LEADER and exits. The band leader takes the microphone
BAND LEADER
Thank you, in honour of our friend hear's a special arrangement written by Tucker of Moonlight Serenade
The band begins to play
INT. MARCY SITS IN THE CAFE - DAY
(MARCY)
Marcy sits in her favourite cafe on a nice fall day sipping a coffee, pouring over a script
MARCY
The world is like a playground.A place where you can spend many hours with the people you love, participating in activities that bring much joy. A playground can also be a place for escape. A place to go and find solace amongst the patches of grass, seeking shelter from the cruelties of life.I have been blessed to have played on the same playground as Tucker.Tucker was the Jordan of the blacktop playground that is this business.I have learned from the best how to enjoy all that life has to offer and avoid that which can hurt me.Today its time for me to step out of the grass and take control of Marcy's Playground
INT. THE WAITER CONGRATULATES MARCY - DAY
(YOUNG SERVER, MARCY, ROBERT)
The waiter enters carrying a coffee pot
YOUNG SERVER
More coffee?
MARCY
I think I will
YOUNG SERVER
Hey I saw your play this weekend down at the community center, it was great
MARCY
What did you like about it?
YOUNG SERVER
I liked the hypochondriac women, she was funny, oh and of course Marcy, is that supposed to be you?
MARCY
Some of her
Becomes distracted by a limo outside with its window partially rolled down
YOUNG SERVER
Hey look out the window isn't that, that Sundance guy?
We see out to the street to reveal a glimpse of a man wearing a camel hair coat and scarf, with a resemblance to Robert Redford sitting in the limo. The limo pulls away
INT. CAFE - DAY
(MARCY)
The camera pans back to the interior of the cafe
MARCY
No that wasn't him
Marcy smiles at the waiter and returns her eyes to her script, the waiter nods pours Marcy's coffee and exits
INT. MARCY GOES ON WITH LIFE - DAY
(KIP, MARCY)
Marcy gets a call from Kip
MARCY
Hello
KIP
So, have you got too big for my little agency
MARCY
Afraid not Kip, we are still stuck with each other
KIP
Well before they steal you away from me, how are you for Monday?
MARCY
What do you have?
Camera pans away from the cafe as Marcy continues on
EXT. PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE AREA - DAY
(MARCY)
The camera pans away from Marcy through the window pans up to the street marker, follows up to the Hollywood Hills and rests on the Hollywood sign
FADE OUT.
THE END
WRITTEN BY
KENDALL OLIPHANT
FADE IN:
EXT. ESTABLISHING SHOT - DAY
THE SCENE TAKES PLACE IN 1956 ALONG THE SUNSET STRIP IN WEST HOLLYWOOD. THE SCENE IS SHOT IN BLACK AND WHITE. A BLONDE WOMEN DRESSED IN A TWEED BUSINESS SUITE WITH HER HAIR DONE UP IN A BUN. THIS WOMEN IS ON HER LUNCH BREAK FROM A NEARBY OFFICE. THE CAMERA FOLLOWS HER AS SHE WALKS DOWN THE STREET, LINED WITH
PALM TREES
EXT. THE WOMEN WALKS INTO A DRUGSTORE - DAY
THE SCENE CONTINUES AS THE WOMEN TURNS INTO THE DRUGSTORE.THE CAMERA PANS TO THE FRONT WINDOW TO REVEAL THAT THIS PLACE IS THE FAMOUS SCHWABS DRUGSTORE, 8000
SUNSET BLVD
FADE OUT:
FADE IN:
INT. MARCY'S INTRODUCTION - DAY
(YOUNG SERVER, MARCY)
CUT TO THE PRESENT MARCY IS A SIMILARLY BUILT WOMEN DRESSED IN A MODERN BUSINESS SUITE AND SKIRT.
She sits in the Buzz Cafe, which is located on the site that once was Schwabs.
We know this because we see the address written on the display sign.The YOUNG SERVER comes over to serve her
Marcy writes in her diary as she sips her coffee
YOUNG SERVER
Writing your memoirs?
MARCY
Nothing like that
YOUNG SERVER
You never know, maybe your another Bridgitt Jones?
MARCY
I hope you don't mean fat?
YOUNG SERVER
(Shyly)
No, any way would you like a refill?
MARCY
No, I'm a little short today?
Marcy closes up her diary, places it in a large cloth handbag and exits
EXT. MARCY EXITS THE CAFE - DAY
(MARCY)
Marcy exits the cafe. Her cell phone goes off. She notices that the call is her agent
MARCY
Hello? Hey what's up Kip, sure I can be there in twenty minutes, oh great, see you soon, bye
EXT. MARCY WALKS PAST SPAGGOS - DAY
(MARCY)
Marcy happily walks down the street, passing Spaggos and begins to read the specials and prices with amusement
MARCY
Someday, it will be the Marcy Sutter party dining here
Marcy continues on
INT. MARCY WALKS INTO HER AGENTS OFFICE - DAY
(KIP, MARCY)
A LARGE BRONZE PLAQUE HANGS ON THE BRICK WALL OF THE OFFICE. THE SIGN READS "DENHOLM AND SULLIVAN MODEL AND TALENT AGENCY" THE OFFICE IS LOCATED IN AN OLD WAREHOUSE AND THE DECOR IS SUITED FOR THE INDUSTRIAL LOOK. THE FLOOR IS OF DARK OAK AND LARGE OVERSTUFFED FURNITURE COMPLETE THE LOOK
Marcy enters and removes her sun glasses to reveal her striking emerald green eyes and is greeted by KIP
MARCY
What's so important Kip?
KIP
Richard Devon is casting for his next movie, there's a part I think you would be right for
MARCY
Really, the lead?
KIP
No, that went to Rene you know who, the characters dialogue starts on page twenty
MARCY
(Flips to the page and reads to herself)
She's a hooker! You think I'm right to play a hooker!
KIP
I didn't mean it like that, I meant that this movie will be another smash and a credit in a Richard Devon film will look great on your resume
MARCY
Hmm, six lines, not bad, how much are they offering?
KIP
Sorry, only scale
MARCY
I'll read for it, but if I get the part, I won't do any nudity!
KIP
Hey I'm on your side, here's the address, nine o'clock, next Monday
MARCY
Great, thanks Kip gotta go
KIP
Big date?
MARCY
You kidding, I'm off to the club to work the night shift
KIP
Well see you sweetie, get some rest this weekend, oh I almost forgot I saw yesterdays dailies, you look fabulous
MARCY
Its too bad the shows only got six episodes left to shoot, I'll miss the gang
KIP
Hey, you'll see them over the summer, all the big names are set to shoot, that means money!
MARCY
Your right, see you later Kipling
Marcy exits smiling
INT. MARCY'S TAKE ON KIP - DAY
(KIP, MARCY)
Marcy walks to the doorway of the agency and takes out her journal and begins to write.We hear her voice as she gives her thoughts about Kip and their relationship
MARCY
He hates that, I don't know why, I think Kipling is a great name, it suits him, at least he wasn't named after Edgar Allen Poe.That would be three strikes for him, just look at him he looks like a cross between Festus from gunsmoke and Marvin the Alien and his sense of humour is like that of Fozzie Bear.Anyway, Kip gets me the jobs, I guess that's what counts.
Marcy continues on her way
FADE TO:
FADE IN:
INT. MARCY ARRIVES AT THE CLUB - NIGHT
(MARCY, MR.DANIELS)
Marcy rushes in and puts on her apron as MR DANIELS (BENJAMIN) comes over to greet her
MR.DANIELS
How's my little girl?
MARCY
Good
MR.DANIELS
Still hanging in there?
MARCY
The business is still fun
MR.DANIELS
Good girl, keep kicking in those doors, one of these days I'll be saying I knew Marcy Sutter when
MARCY
Thanks, is Tucker here yet?
MR.DANIELS
He's in his dressing room
INT. MR. DANIELS GIVES A PEP TALK - NIGHT
(MR.DANIELS, WAITE STAFF)
Mr. Daniels gathers his wait staff and gives his nightly words of encouragement
MR.DANIELS
How's my crew tonight
WAITE STAFF
Woo!
MR.DANIELS
Great!, as usual Mr. Tucker's music will be hot, so is my staff, that means plenty of Hungary guests, so lets wine them, dine them and well... send them... home happy
WAITE STAFF
Laugh
MR.DANIELS
The chef tells me the pheasant is excellent so sell the special, thank you, go too it
WAITE STAFF
(clapping)
CUT TO:
INT. MARCY SURPRISES TUCKER - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Marcy as accustomed knocks on Tuckers dressing room door and enters.TUCKER is caught off guard and tries to hide the half drank mickey of rye he has been drinking from
TUCKER
Oh hey Marcy, come in how are you?
MARCY
(Enters the room and shuts the door)
Good, you?
TUCKER
Good, a bit of a sore throat, you know how it is
MARCY
Sure, listen I just came back to tell you too break a leg
TUCKER
Thanks, listen we will talk after the show, okay
MARCY
Sure
(Marcy exits, Tucker takes out the bottle, takes a drink and winces as if in pain
FADE OUT:
FADE IN:
INT. IT'S MIDNIGHT AND THE CLUB IS JUMPING - NIGHT
(MARCY, MALE GUEST, FEMALE GUEST, ROBERT)
The place is packed full of guests anticipating the show, the wait staff is busy
Marcy walks out of the kitchen carrying two plates and heads over to the private dining area set off to the side of the club
MALE GUEST
Thanks
MARCY
Something to drink? Coffee?
MALE GUEST
Two Expressos
MARCY
Sure, enjoy your dessert
As Marcy exits she overhears the guests conversation
FEMALE GUEST
Robert, that waitress really has a look
ROBERT
Hmm
Marcy grins a little as she continues on
INT. MARCY TALKS TO ANOTHER WAITRESS - NIGHT
(MARCY, WAITRESS)
Marcy walks over to the bus pan station to unload her dishes.Another WAITRESS approaches
WAITRESS
(Motioning to the guest table)
Isn't that Mr.Redfo...
MARCY
(Interrupting)
Keep it too yourself
WAITRESS
I'm cool, I hear he's in town casting for his new film, maybe you'll get something
MARCY
That would be nice
Waitress smiles and exits
INT. MR.DANIELS INTRODUCES TUCKER - NIGHT
(MR.DANIELS, TUCKER)
Mr. Daniels walks to the centre of the stage
MR.DANIELS
How's everybody doing tonight?
(crowd applauds)
Great, I know if we clap real loud we can coax our great musical guest tonight Mr.Terrance Tucker out for another set
(Crowd claps loudly)
Tucker enters the stage from the wings, shakes Mr. Daniels hand and sits down at the piano
INT. TUCKER THANKS HIS FRIEND AND ADDRESSES THE CROWD - NIGHT
(TUCKER)
TUCKER
Thanks, Benjamin, you've been a great crowd, I assume you're all fans of jazz
(The crowd claps)
Great, this ones for all my friends here, especially you Marcy, Stardust
Tucker begins to play
INT. MARCY RECEIVES WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy walks over to the VIP table after the guests have left, opens the check book and takes out the fifty dollar tip and a hand written note
MARCY
(Reading to her self)
It was nice talking to you Marcy, good luck in your endeavours, I wish you all the best, maybe I will see you at Sundance someday
RR
INT. TUCKER PLAYS HIS FINAL SONG OF THE NIGHT - NIGHT
(TUCKER)
Tucker finishes of his final set of the night with Duke Ellingtons "It don't mean a thing (if it ain't got that swing)
The crowd explodes with applause
EXT. TUCKER AND MARCY TALK ON THE RIDE HOME - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
MARCY
I don't mean to be an old hen, but I'm worried Tucker
TUCKER
About what?
MARCY
Your drinking?
TUCKER
That, it's nothing, like I told you I've been having a little bit of a problem with my throat lately
MARCY
Sorry, it's none of my business
TUCKER
You're so over protective, you'll be a great mom someday
MARCY
Someday, anyway see you next weekend
TUCKER
Sure will, I'm going to New York this week, I'll call you, have fun, steal the show
MARCY
You to
Marcy gives Tucker a friendly kiss on the cheek and exits the car
EXT. MARCY IS PROPOSITIONED OUTSIDE HER LOFT - NIGHT
(MARCY, SLEEZY JOHN)
Marcy steps out of Tuckers car, waves goodbye as he drives off. Marcy is accosted by a SLEAZY JOHN
SLEEZY JOHN
How much Baby?
MARCY
Creep!
Marcy quickly opens her loft door and enters
INT. MARCY PHONES HER MOM - NIGHT
(MARCY, MARCY'S MOM)
Marcy enters her modern decor loft and phones her MOM
MARCY
Hi Mom, hope It's not too late?
MARCY'S MOM
No honey I'm just waiting for Leno to come on
MARCY
How's Dad?
MARCY'S MOM
Fine, but he misses you, when are you coming home?
MARCY
I told you mom, I'm here to be an actress, I can't be one in Hoboken
MARCY'S MOM
I know, do you have enough money? Can I send you some?
MARCY
I have plenty, I've got re-accruing role on Mission Possible, I've done a couple magazine shoots this year and then there's the club
MARCY'S MOM
I don't like you working in a bar and those magazines you're not naked are you?
MARCY
No mom, lets get it strait, I work in a classy jazz club and the magazine was a fitness magazine
MARCY'S MOM
Why don't you come home and work for Mrs. Simpson down at insurance agency
MARCY
Mom, I'm happy here, I'll be home for Christmas, tell Dad I love him, okay
MARCY'S MOM
Okay, you know what's best, we love you Marcy
MARCY
I love you too Mom, bye
Marcy hangs up the phone and lets out a cry in frustration
INT. MARCY EXPRESSES HER FEELINGS THROUGH A POEM - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy enters from the shower in a robe and sits on her bed. She removes a book of Shakespeare's Sonnets from a bookcase and turns to Sonnet CXI
MARCY
(Marcy reads out loud)
O for my sake do you with fortune chide, The guilty goddess of my harmful deeds, That did not better for my life provide Than public means which public manners breeds Thence comes it that my name receives a brand And almost thence my nature is subdued To what it works in, like the dyers hand Pity me then and wish I were renewed Whilst, like a willing patient, I will drink Potions of eisel' against my strong infection No bitterness that I will bitter think Nor double penance, to correct correction Pity me then, dear friend, and I assure ye Even that your pity is enough to cure me
EXT. MARCY PUTS THE POEM IN CONTEXT AS SHE WRITES IN HER DIARY - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy close up the book and then removes her diary from the top drawer of the side table next to the bed.Again, we hear Marcy's voice
MARCY
I am the guilty goddess, but who have I harmed.Why am I put down for contributing to society, doing legitimate work? Actors are seen by the uninformed as millionaire spoiled babies.If they could only see the struggling actor who spends fifteen hours a day being pushed, pulled and strained.For this sacrifice we are branded as lazy? I myself have not taken to alcohol or drugs to remedy the pain we all feel to some extent. I do not chastise those who do, for them the bitter medicine is a just alternative to the sickening pain.To you Tucker, my friend, I will not offer you my pity, rather the flame that will renew.
INT. MONDAY 7:00 AM ON THE SET OF MISSION POSSIBLE - DAY
(MARCY, MAUREEN) MARCY SITS IN THE MAKE-UP CHAIR SILENTLY AS THE MAKE-UP ARTIST BEGINS TO APPLY SOME FOUNDATION.
From behind a familiar voice (MAUREEN) calls out Marcy's name
MAUREEN
Good morning darling
MARCY
(Turns and smiles)
Good morning Mrs.Myles
MAUREEN
Please honey, I'm not dead, it's Maureen
MARCY
Sorry, in case I don't get a chance I would like to thank you for the fun I've had this season
MAUREEN
It's been a pleasure working with you too, see you on set The make-up artist instructs Marcy to close her eyes
INT. 8:30AM SET OF MISSION POSSIBLE - DAY
(BARBARA, MARCY, THE EXTRA)
Marcy walks toward the 1st AD BARBARA Gunn to ask her a question.Barbara is having an animated conversation with an EXTRA.The extra walks away angrily and vents at Marcy
THE EXTRA
What's her problem?
MARCY
Don't know
The extra exits
INT. MARCY TALKS TO BARBARA - DAY
(BARBARA, MARCY)
Marcy softens her tone to put Barbara in a better mood
MARCY
Excuse me Barbara?
BARBARA
(With a thick German accent, loudly)
Vat?
MARCY
I realize you're busy, I just wanted to take a look at todays sides
BARBARA
Here!
MARCY
Hey Barbara, remember those three weeks we did back in October on what was it, oh Taming...
BARBARA
(Lights up) Oh! Taming Herr Schroader
MARCY
Right! Mr.Shroader! What a great set!
BARBARA
Das ist true, now I've got to go
Barbara addresses the room with a loud tone
BARBARA
Fifteen minute warning everyone, fifteen minutes, don't be late!
Barbara walks away, Marcy smiles
INT. 9:00AM MARCY WAITS FOR HER CUE - DAY
(MARCY, ALISTAIR, DIRECTOR)
MISSION POSSIBLE IS A SITUATION COMEDY THAT TELLS THE STORY OF THE ON GOINGS IN THE LIVES OF A GROUP OF PEOPLE WORKING IN AN ADVERTISING AGENCY. THE ONSOMBLE CAST IS SPEARHEADED BY MAUREEN AND ALISTAIR, WHO PLAY THE OWNERS OF THE AGENCY.MARCY HAS A RECURRING WALK ON ROLE AS A SECRETARY
Marcy waits nervously to make her entrance.ALISTAIR enters drinking a coffee
ALISTAIR
(Yelling to an off camera director) What scene is this?
DIRECTOR
Scene 19
ALISTAIR
Thank you, are we ready to role?
DIRECTOR
Yes
Alistair hands his coffee to Marcy unaware that she is an actress
ALISTAIR
Here!
Marcy remains professional and simply places the cup on the craft table
INT. MARCY MAKES HER ENTRANCE - DAY
(CREW MEMBER, DIRECTOR, ALISTAIR, ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE, MARCY, MAUREEN)
CREW MEMBER
Slate in!
DIRECTOR
Rolling!
On set Maureen and an actor playing an advertising executive start their dialogue, Alistair makes his entrance and delivers his line, Marcy hesitates and makes her entrance
DIRECTOR
Cut! Going again!
Marcy knows she was late entering
INT. ALISTAIR BLOWS UP - DAY
(ALISTAIR, DIRECTOR, MARCY, JANET)
Alistair walks past Marcy, referring to her while venting to the director
ALISTAIR
Someone teach her how to take a cue!
JANET
Sorry sir, It wasn't her fault
INT. JANET GIVES WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO MARCY - DAY
(JANET, MARCY, CREW MEMBER)
JANET walks over to Marcy carrying her copy of the script
JANET
Sorry dear, come in when Alistair says, "Where's that Ferdinan file?"
MARCY
Great thanks
CREW MEMBER
Scene 19 take two, slate in
INT. MARCY HITS HER MARK - DAY
(ALISTAIR, MARCY)
The cast are on stage doing the scene again
ALISTAIR
Where's that Ferdinan file?
Marcy makes her entrance carrying a file folder, walks over to Alistair and delivers her scripted line
MARCY
Here sir
INT. MARCY RECEIVES WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT - DAY
(DIRECTOR, MARCY, MAUREEN)
DIRECTOR
Cut, great timing Marcy, but try to be a little more assertive with your line
Marcy nods
MAUREEN
Relax, you're doing great
INT. NOON - DAY
(DIRECTOR, BARBARA, MARCY)
MARCY SITS IN THE BLEACHERS WATCHING THE CAST DO THEIR POV'S
DIRECTOR
(From the stage)
That's lunch!
BARBARA
One hour everyone!
Marcy's phone rings
MARCY
Hello, hi Kip, oh fine, Wednesday? Sure, what's the part, that anything like a plantation worker?, oh nothing, great talk to you later Marcy steps off the bleachers and exits
INT. MAUREEN ENTERTAINS THE LUNCH ROOM - DAY
(MARCY, MAUREEN)
Marcy and the other couple of extra actors sit with the crew eating lunch.From the back of the room Maureen and the hair designer begin to sing a Cole Porter song. Everyone stops eating and turns and begins to applaud
INT. BARBARA INTERRUPTS - DAY
(BARBARA, MAUREEN, MARCY)
Barbara enters the room and brings a halt to Maureen's singing
BARBARA
(Screaming)
Quiet!
Everyone sinks in their seats in shock. Maureen quietly walks back to her chair
MARCY
(In disgust, vents to Barbara)
I think the phrase is pearls before swine, how dare you cut off a legend
(The people around Marcy nod in agreement)
INT. MAUREEN GIVES A PROFESSIONAL THANK YOU TO MARCY - DAY
(MAUREEN)
Maureen sitting cocks her head toward the sound of the voice
MAUREEN
Darling I'm not a legend yet, just a diva, thank you
(laughing)
INT. BARBARA TRIES TO REGAIN HER STATUS - DAY
(BARBARA)
Barbara stands momentarily stunned, but quickly regains her integrity
BARBARA
Vere back from lunch!
BARBARA EXITS
INT. 7:00PM MARCY PERFORMS WITH ALISTAIR - NIGHT
(ALISTAIR, MARCY, DIRECTOR, CREW MEMBER)
Marcy and Alistair stand on an office set
ALISTAIR
(In character)
Thank you Mrs. Sinclair, oh can you tell Frank to stop letting his children write his reports
(Laughs from the crew)
DIRECTOR
Great print it, check the gate
CREW MEMBER
Gates clean
DIRECTOR
That's a wrap! Tomorrow we do the exteriors
MARCY EXITS
INT. ALISTAIR AND GEORGE TALK - NIGHT
(ALISTAIR, GEORGE)
ALISTAIR
Finally, hey George call me when you have the dailies
GEORGE
Will do
Alistair and George exit, the set goes dark
INT. MARCY GETS A CALL FROM TUCKER - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER, DIRECTOR, STAGE DIRECTOR)
Marcy puts on her coat, as her cell phone rings
TWO SHOTS: MARCY ON SET, TUCKER IN HIS DRESSING ROOM
MARCY
Hey Tucker, what's up?
Tucker sits in his dressing room in New York dressed in his costume for his role as Ice in Westside story
TUCKER
The shows going on hiatus for a couple of weeks, while they prepare too move it to Chicago, I'll be back in L.A on Thursday, want to go dancing?
MARCY
I'm working all week
TUCKER
Thursday's slow, Benjamins' got plenty of help, besides you need get out
MARCY
Oh all right, it's a date
A stage director pokes his head into Tuckers' room
STAGE DIRECTOR
Jets and Sharks lets go!
TUCKER
Gotta go babe, see Yea
MARCY
Break a leg
(click)
EXT. 7:30PM MARCY PULLS OUT OF THE STUDIO PARKING LOT - NIGHT
(MARCY)
MARCY PULLS OUT OF THE STUDIO LOT AND PASSES THE SIGN READING STUDIO CITY.SHE BEGINS HER JOURNEY HOME THROUGH THE AREAS MILLION DOLLAR HOMES.
MARCY
Why, then the world's mine oyster, which I with sword will open
FADE
INT. MARCY ATTENDS A CASTING CALL - DAY
(MARCY, PRODUCER, RECEPTIONIST)
Marcy walks into the waiting room of a producer, the room is full of buxom blondes. She takes a nervous look around before she walks up to the RECEPTIONIST
MARCY
I'm Marcy Sutter, I have a 9 o'clock appointment
RECEPTIONIST
Your number twelve take a seat
INT. MARCY WAITS FOR HER NUMBER TO COME UP - DAY
(MARCY, PORN ACTRESS, PRODUCER, PORN STAR)
Marcy takes a seat next to a women (PORN ACTRESS) wearing a very revealing dress with ample cleavage
PORN ACTRESS
I'm here for the role of the Nympho, are you?
MARCY
Ah, no the secretary
The producer comes out of his office
PRODUCER
Number 12!
MARCY
Excuse me
Marcy gets up and exits
PORN STAR
Good luck
INT. MARCY MEETS THE PRODUCER - DAY
(PRODUCER, MARCY)
MARCY WALKS INTO A SMALL OFFICE WITH CHEAP WOOD PANELING AND A LEATHERETTE CHAIR FACING A SMALL DESK WITH A SLEAZY LOOKING PRODUCER SITTING THERE
SLEEZY PRODUCER
Who Yea have a seat
MARCY
Thanks, here's my head shots and my resume, as you see I've had speaking parts on many top series and movies
PRODUCER
Yea, great, now, what part are you here for?
MARCY
The secretary
PRODUCER
Great, lets see what you got
MARCY
Excuse me!
PRODUCER
Look, read the script scene 10 Miss Ballcock enters and takes her clothes off
MARCY
Sorry, I wasn't told about that scene excuse me, this part isn't for me
PRODUCER
Your loss,
(shouting)
Next!
Marcy exits shaking her head
EXT. MARCY LETS KIP HAVE IT - DAY
(KIP, MARCY)
Two shots: Marcy fuming gets in her car and phones Kip at his office
MARCY
Hello, Kip!
KIP
What's wrong honey?
MARCY
What's wrong! Remember that great role! It was a damn porno movie!
KIP
Oh Jeez sorry, I didn't know. The producer only mentioned a secretary part
(Kip begins to laugh)
MARCY
(Beginning to laugh It's not funny Kip, next time you take the role
KIP
Only if
MARCY
Goodbye Kip
MARCY DRIVES OFF
INT. INTERIOR NOON - DAY
(TERRY, MARCY)
MARCY WALKS INTO THE EMPERORS CLOTHES. A SMALL BOUTIQUE OWNED BY HER FRIEND TERRY, AN ASPIRING DESIGNER THE SAME AGE AS MARCY.
TERRY
Thanks Marcy for coming in
MARCY
No problem
TERRY
Look I shouldn't be long I just have to run over to my supplier and pick up my order
MARCY
Sure
Marcy spots a dress on the rack
MARCY
Oh wow, this is perfect
TERRY
Where you going?
MARCY
Tucker's coming back on Thursday and he asked me to go dancing
TERRY
I have something over here The two walk over to another rack
INT. TERRY SHOWS A SEXY DRESS TO MARCY - DAY
(TERRY, MARCY)
TERRY
(Terry takes a small red sequin dress of the rack)
This would look great on you
MARCY
I don't know, don't you think it's a bit much?
TERRY
No! You've got a great body, Try it on!
MARCY
All right
INT. MARCY TRIES ON THE DRESS - DAY
(MARCY, TERRY)
Marcy stands in the dressing room looking at herself in the mirror
TERRY
Well lets see how it looks
MARCY
(Opens the door)
I don't know
TERRY
Wow! You look hot! Tucker's going to flip
MARCY
We are just friends, besides I cant afford something like this
TERRY
Look, you need a dress, I need the publicity, wear it
MARCY
Thanks, I'll bring it back on Monday
TERRY
Great, I'll be back in half an hour
FADE
FADE IN:
INT. MARCY'S APARTMENT - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Marcy finishes getting ready for her date with Tucker and takes the time to write in her diary
MARCY
As I sit here getting ready for my date with my closest friend Tucker, I can't help reflect or more accurately digress back to the night of my senior prom. Eighteen, giddy with anticipation of my Prince Charming arriving in his golden carriage to sweep me off my feet. Well, my prince was named Sherman Nusbomb and he drove an old pick-up truck which broke down half way to the prom.The only ferry tale I saw that night was the pin-up calendar on the wall of Roscoe's garage.Anyway four years and three thousand miles later I have that same giddy feeling about Tucker. Too quote Longfellow, "And the night shall be filled with music and cares that infest the day shall fold their tents...and silently steal away" Tucker you are my friend and soul mate
A doorbell rings, breaking Marcy's concentration.She closes up her diary and exits
INT. MARCY ANSWERS THE DOOR - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
MARCY
Hi
TUCKER
Hi, these are for you
Tucker hands Marcy a bouquet of Roses
MARCY
Their beautiful, come in
Tucker enters and follows Marcy into the living room
INT. MARCY PLACES HER ROSES INTO A VASE ON THE TABLE - NIGHT
(TUCKER, MARCY)
TUCKER
Wow! You look great!
MARCY
My friend Terry, designed it, you've met her I think?
TUCKER
Quirky? Short Hair? Into Wicca?
MARCY
That's her
TUCKER
She's got talent, maybe someday she'll be designing you a dress for an award show or a wedding dress
MARCY
Cut that out! Anyway, you look handsome as ever, here
Marcy takes a rose and places it in Tuckers lapel
TUCKER
So how have you been?
MARCY
Good, Mission Possible has been a blast and I think I can get a good part in Scorsese's new film, how was NY?
TUCKER
The show was a blast, I picked up a nasty cold though
MARCY
Bad boy, you need to take care of yourself
TUCKER
Ready to go?
Tucker and Marcy exit
FADE OUT
FADE IN:
INT. 10:00PM MARCY AND TUCKER ENTER THE DANCE CLUB - NIGHT
(TUCKER, MARCY)
THE CLUB IS FULL OF PEOPLE FROM 18 TO 40. THE BASE OF THE HIP HOP MUSIC REVERBERATES.TUCKER LEADS MARCY OVER TO THE BAR
TUCKER
(Tucker gets the bartenders attention)
Hey bud, gimme a half bottle of white wine, we will be over at that booth
Marcy and Tucker exit
INT. 11:30PM NIGHT CLUB - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
MARCY AND TUCKER DISCUSS THEIR FUTURES
MARCY
What are you going to do after Westside Story?
TUCKER
I'm not sure, a friend of mine is looking for a producer for an off Broadway production of Death of a Salesman, I've always wanted to produce
MARCY
Your not feeling old are you?
TUCKER
I've been acting and dancing since I was five, my first job was a tap dancing orange in a Mr. Juice ad
MARCY
You're only 35
TUCKER
My body feels like its fifty
MARCY
Well, maybe you should ask your friend for the part of Wily Loman
TUCKER
Cute, lets dance
Marcy and Tucker get up from the table
INT. 11:45PM DANCE FLOOR - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Tucker leads Marcy onto the dance floor. An upbeat Latin Salsa number plays
MARCY
I can't dance this
TUCKER
Sure you can its easy, look its just back and forward, put your hand here, back one, two, forward one, now move your hips, that's it, your a natural
The song nears its end and Tucker gets fancy, spinning Marcy around and then dips her
The people near them begin to clap and whistle
INT. DANCE FLOOR - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
MARCY
Whoa!, where did you learn that?
TUCKER
I dated a Spanish girl for a couple of months when I was on tour in Europe last year, she taught me a few things
MARCY
What happened?
TUCKER
Her father was a direct descendant of Franco
MARCY
Oh
Marcy and Tucker begin to walk back towards their table
INT. DANCE FLOOR 12:00AM - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Tucker and Marcy head off the dance floor
TUCKER
Now why are you not dating anybody?
Before Marcy can answer Tucker has a dizzy spell
TUCKER
Whoa, sorry
MARCY
What's wrong?
TUCKER
I don't know, I got a little light headed, must be the excitement
MARCY
Lets go outside and get some air
TUCKER
Good idea
MARCY AND TUCKER EXIT
EXT. OUTSIDE THE CLUB - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Tucker sits on the steps outside the club. Marcy exits the club with a bottle of water
MARCY
Here's some water
TUCKER
Thanks
MARCY
Feeling better?
TUCKER
Yea, you wouldn't mind if we left, I'm not feeling that great
MARCY
Sure
Marcy turns to the bouncer
MARCY
Could you call us a cab
INT. MARCY'S APARTMENT - NIGHT
(MARCY, MARCY'S DAD)
Marcy sits on her sofa reading through a script, eating a sandwich.The phone rings, Marcy looks at the call display and looks pleased to see it is her DAD
SPLIT SCREEN OF MARCY AND HER DAD
MARCY
Hello
MARCY'S DAD
How's my little girl?
MARCY
Fine Dad
MARCY'S DAD
Oh you know how it is, me and Frankie blue eyes get in a couple of rounds of golf a week
MARCY
Yea, sure you mean your buddy Frankie Nunoz the foot doctor
MARCY'S DAD
Seriously, how are you?
MARCY
Still working on my first million, gotta ways to go, I got a small part in a medical drama today
MARCY'S DAD
Great, I'm sure you will do me proud
MARCY
Hope so Dad
(Marcy hears the beep of call waiting)
Hey Dad, I got another call, It's my agent, tell mom I love her
MARCY'S DAD
Sure will, bye honey, good luck
INT. MARCY TALKS TO KIP - NIGHT
(KIP, MARCY, VOICE)
ALTERNATING SHOTS OF MARCY AND KIP
KIP SITS IN HIS APARTMENT, FURNISHED IN 1950'S RETRO FURNITURE, LOTS OF ANIMAL PRINTS
MARCY SITS IN HER LIVING ROOM
KIP
Hi darling I hope it's not too late, I just wanted to know if you had a chance too look at the script?
MARCY
I'm reading it now, I think this Nurse Waters is good role for me
KIP
Its so you, have fun with it
VOICE
Now where is my king of the jungle
KIP
(Yelling at his date) Shhh! I'm working hear!
(To Marcy)
Sorry darling
MARCY
(laughing)
Who was that Kip?
KIP
I have a date, he's French, cute as a button
MARCY
Well oho, la, la
KIP
Oh I forgot, the producer phoned, there's a scene that requires a piano player, do you think your friend Tucker would be interested?
MARCY
I'll call him and get him to call you
KIP
Thanks got to go
(Music begins to play in Kips apartment "Lady Marmalade")
MARCY
(Hearing it begins to laugh)
By Kip!
INT. MARCY TRIES TO GET A HOLD OF TUCKER - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy hangs up the phone and dials Tuckers number. No answer, hangs up
MARCY
Hmm, must be getting ready, speaking of which
FADE OUT
FADE IN:
INT. TUCKER SHOWS A SIGN OF WEAKNESS - NIGHT
(TUCKER)
Tucker lies intoxicated in his hotel bed in Chicago.He grimaces in obvious pain with each drink he takes from a bottle of scotch.He looks at his cell phone, sees Marcy's number, but doesn't answer out of embarrassment.Tucker takes another drink and lies back in his bed.For the first time we see Tucker loose control of his emotions as he bolts up from his bed and smashes the bottle against the wall and begins to cry
FADE OUT
FADE IN:
INT. MARCY ATTENDS A WRAP PARTY AT A LUXURIOUS HOTEL - NIGHT
(MARCY, TERRY, GEORGE)
MARCY AND TERRY ENTER THE BALLROOM DRESSED IN BLACK GOWNS DESIGNED BY TERRY. THE CAST AND CREW AND THEIR GUESTS OF MISSION POSSIBLE GATHER FOR THEIR THIRD SEASON WRAP PARTY.IT'S 8:50PM THE GUESTS BEGIN TO ARRIVE AND GATHER IN CLUMPS AROUND THE ROOM, LAUGHING AND EATING.AN EIGHT PIECE BAND PLAYS VARIOUS BLUES STANDARDS.
Marcy and Terry make their way over to the buffet table
TERRY
So how come you don't have a date?
MARCY
Tucker's in Chicago and I've been busy
TERRY
Marcy find someone before you become an old spinster
MARCY
Thanks, oh hey there's my friend George the director, let me introduce you
TERRY
The director? He's cute
MARCY
Behave yourself
Marcy and Terry walk towards George
INT. BALL ROOM - NIGHT
(GEORGE, MARCY, TERRY, ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE)
Marcy escorts Terry over to George table where he sits surrounded by Advertising Executives.Marcy politely interrupts their conversation
ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE
The overnight ratings for the first episode are in, their great!, the 16-25 demographic are up 4.5 percent, overall we are up 10 percent from last season
GEORGE
(Unamused)
Great
MARCY
(Interrupting)
Excuse me George, sorry Mr. Garland
GEORGE
(Eager to change the subject)
It's Marcy, isn't it
MARCY
Yes, I just wanted to say, how happy I am to have been part of your show this season
GEORGE
You made it easy, your such a delight to work with, your truly a professional
MARCY
Thank you, by the way this is Terry Trudeau, she's a talented designer, she made these dresses
GEORGE
You've got talent
(A commotion gets the attention of George, guests and media begin to flock towards the entrance)
Excuse me
George exits with the executive
INT. ALLISTAIR AND MAUREEN MAKE THEIR ENTRANCE - NIGHT
(MAUREEN, ALISTAIR)
The two main stars make their fashionably late entrance to a smatter of applause and flash bulbs from a small gathering of media and bit actors
MAUREEN
Thank you, I would like to thank you all for making this season the success that it has been
ALISTAIR
It's been fun, excuse me
Alistair exits, Maureen stays to sign a couple autographs
INT. MARCY GIVES HER POINT OF VIEW ABOUT THE BUSINESS - NIGHT
(TERRY, MARCY)
MARCY AND TERRY STAND AT A TABLE FULL OF GLASSES OF CHAMPAGNE.IN THE CENTRE AN ICE SCULPTURE OF AN EAGLE
TERRY
How do you put up with the bull shit?
MARCY
What do you mean?
TERRY
Come on, that Alistair Gregory guy being such a pill, look at him, kissing the executive's ass and treating everyone else like dirt, who does he think he is?
MARCY
I know, it is always a wonder to me how people who make a living by being looked at can be so unattractive
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INT. JANET MCS A KAROKE CONTEST - NIGHT
(JANET)
JANET
Hi everyone, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you two this wrap party for season three, here's to season four
(clapping)
I don't know if this will be the highlight of this years party but hear goes.
(laughs)
We have many talented people on this staff, so what better way to show case them then a Karoke contest.
(cheers)
First up, three members of our wonderful carpentry department Derek, Cindy and Woody singing Wild Thing
(hoots and hollers)
The three crew members enter onto the stage and launch into a slightly off key rendition of the song to a sea of laughs and cheers
CUT TO:
INT. MARCY TRIES TO CALL TUCKER AGAIN - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy excuses herself from the table and walks into the hall
MARCY
Excuse me
INT. MARCY GETS A SURPRISE WHEN SHE PHONES TUCKER - NIGHT
(MARCY, SIMON)
Marcy dials Tuckers number and a strange person answers
MARCY
Hello? I'm looking for Tucker, who's this?
SIMON
Hi, I'm Simon, I work with Tucker, who's this?
MARCY
Marcy, Marcy Sutter, I'm a good friend, I don't understand, is something wrong with Tucker?
SIMON
Marcy, of coarse, Tucker talks about you all the time, look sorry Tucker collapsed on stage tonight
MARCY
Christ! Is he all right?
SIMON
I don't know, the doctors looking at him now
MARCY
I'll fly up to Chicago on the first flight in the morning, what hospital is he in?
SIMON
Chicago General, room 410, does he have any family?
MARCY
He has a sister in Queens, I'll give her a call
SIMON
I'll see you tomorrow, don't worry he's surrounded by friends
MARCY
Thanks, bye
Marcy puts a smile on her face and re-enters the room
INT. MARCY PUTS ON A BRAVE FACE - NIGHT
(MARCY, TERRY)
Terry unaware of th situation runs over to Marcy in a state of joy
TERRY
Your next
MARCY
What?
TERRY
I put your name in, it's your turn to show these hacks how to sing, you might bring a smile to these stiffs faces
MARCY
I don't feel like it
(Before she can get out of it Janet call her up)
INT. JANET CALLS UP MARCY - NIGHT
(JANET, MARCY)
On the stage a women finishes her song and exits
JANET
Next up, oh, one of our featured background performers that has been with us many times this season, Marcy Sutter
(Polite clapping)
MARCY
(Directing the guy running the machine)
I would like to do this without the music, thanks
Marcy begins to sing "That's what friends are for"
INT. MARCY RECEIVES LARGE PRAISE - NIGHT
(BARBARA, MARCY)
Marcy ends her song and slowly the crowd begins to stand and clap.Marcy steps off the stage and is met by Barbara
BARBARA
You have a lovely voice, it's been fun working with you
MARCY
That means a lot to me Barbara thanks, I look forward to working with you again
Marcy exits the stage
FADE OUT:
FADE IN:
INT. CHICAGO GENERAL - DAY
(DOCTOR, MARCY, MARTINE, SIMON)
Marcy rushes into Tuckers room where a DOCTOR, SIMON and MARTINE await
MARCY
Hi, I'm Marcy, Tuckers friend
MARTINE
Hi, nice to meet you, everything Tuckers said about you is true, you are beautiful and a great friend
MARCY
Thanks, what happened?
DOCTOR
Mr.Tuckers' white blood cell count dropped drastically, combined with exhaustion and dehydration it caused him to collapse and go into shock, we've sedated him
MARCY
White blood cells? What does that mean?
DOCTOR
White blood cells help fight off infection, if you don't have enough and your ill it could be serious
MARCY
I've never seen Tucker even have a cold, what do you mean?
DOCTOR
The tests haven't come back yet, but it could be cancer, excuse me
The doctor exits, leaving the three looking at each other in disbelief
INT. MARTINE TRIES TO CONSOLE MARCY - NIGHT
(MARTINE, SIMON, MARCY)
MARTINE
Marcy don't beat yourself up, that's Terrance, he would never tell anyone that he was sick
SIMON
Yea, he was always the tough guy
MARCY
I fell like such an ass, I was giving him a hard time about his drinking
MARTINE
Thank you, I feel better knowing that some ones looking out for him
MARCY
I'm going to get something to drink
SIMON
Me too
Simon and Marcy leave
INT. TUCKERS HOSPITAL ROOM - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Marcy sits in a chair next to Tuckers bed, Tucker sleeps. Marcy writes in her diary
MARCY
When sorrows come, they come not single spies, but in battalions
Marcy's attention is caught as Tucker moves
INT. TUCKER AWAKENS - NIGHT
(MARCY, TUCKER)
TUCKER ADMITS HE HAS CANCER
MARCY
Hi
TUCKER
(Having problems speaking)
Marcy? What the hell happened?
MARCY
You collapsed on stage
TUCKER
I'm sure they told you I have cancer
MARCY
Why didn't you say something?
TUCKER
I didn't want to worry anyone, can I ask you a favour?
MARCY
Sure
TUCKER
Hand me my wallet
Marcy opens the drawer of the table next to the bed and takes out a wallet and hands it to Tucker
INT. TUCKERS HOSPITAL BED - NIGHT
(TUCKER, MARCY)
Tucker makes a startling confession
TUCKER
Here
Tucker opens the wallet and takes out a slip of paper and a photograph of a young child and a women
MARCY
Is that you're niece?
TUCKER
My daughter
MARCY
Daughter?
TUCKER
Eight years ago I had a one night stand with a women who was a dancer in a play I was doing
MARCY
What happened?
TUCKER
I guess I wasn't ready to be a dad, anyway Sheila, that's her in the picture, she lives in Oakland, she had problems after we split up and got messed up with the wrong people, she got her self straight, she's a good mother
MARCY
You did your best
TUCKER
In case I don't make it, there's $20,000 in a trust fund for them, would you call her and tell her?
MARCY
Your sweet, sure, what's your little girls name?
TUCKER
Brandon Terrance, she's ten
MARCY
Think she'll be an entertainer?
TUCKER
She says she wants to be a veterinarian
MARCY
Good choice
TUCKER
(with difficulty)
Laughs
MARCY
Sorry, don't worry everything will be taken care of, get some rest
Tucker closes his eyes and Marcy leaves the room
INT. HOSPITAL WAITING ROOM - DAY
(DOCTOR, MARCY)
The doctor awakens Marcy
DOCTOR
Excuse me Marcy?
MARCY
Yes?
DOCTOR
I'm Doctor Anson, we met briefly last night, I have some bad news for you
MARCY
Tucker?
DOCTOR
Your friend Terrance passed away through the night, he went peacefully, his sister gave us permission to remove him from life support
MARCY
Thank you
DOCTOR
Their was a note to give you this
The doctor hands Marcy her diary with a photograph stuck in a page
INT. HOSPITAL WAITING ROOM - DAY
(MARCY, TUCKER)
Marcy takes out the photograph of her and Tucker hamming it up at the club.Marcy smiles and notices that the photo marked the last page in her diary.Tucker has written her a message of hope.
TUCKER
To my dearest friend, I know there's some unwritten rule in the women's handbook to life, that states that one should never read their diary, but under the circumstances I didn't think you would mind.The last twenty four hours has been a time of great discovery.I'm sorry that I will not be there the day that you embrace your talents and set forth and cross the bridge of destiny and sip from the river of success.
Take care, love Tucker
Marcy closes her diary, hugging it.She begins to cry
FADE OUT
FADE IN:
INT. JAZZ CLUB - NIGHT
(TUCKER, MR.DANIELS)
The club is packed full of close friends of Tucker who have come out for a tribute concert in his honour
MR.DANIELS
(Benjamin stands on stage and begins a eulogy)
Thank you all for coming, I know Tucker would wish for you all to think of this night as a celebration to his wonderful life, rather than a morning of his death. I would like a good friend of ours and Tucker to come up here and say a few words, Marcy
INT. MARCY SAYS A FEW WORDS - NIGHT
(MARCY)
Marcy steps onto the stage and her and Benjamin hug
MARCY
Tucker was a man of few words, with many talents.Born into poverty, raised
In the projects, but yet he overcame.With the help of loving parents and many people who recognized his potential, he rose above the clouds.From the age of three, dancing in his living room to Aretha Franklin and Elvis, too starring alongside the likes of Sydney Pointier age the age of eleven.At twenty three he was already a veteran of stage and screen.He was looked up to by people in the industry with twice the experience.A cruel twist of fate has plucked another star from the heavens.William Shakespeare wrote it the best, "When he shall die, take him and cut him out in little stars, and he will make the face of heaven so fine, that all the world will be in love with night, and pay no worship to the garish sun"
Thank You, enjoy the evening
The crowd claps vigorously
Benjamin steps back onto the stage, Marcy smiles appreciative and exits
INT. BENJAMIN INTRODUCES THE BAND - NIGHT
(MR.DANIELS)
Benjamin introduces a jazz somble of musicians
MR.DANIELS
Thank you, now in honour of Tucker, I bring you the finest collection of jazz musicians around to play for you
The crowd claps as the stage begins to fill up with musicians
INT. THE BAND PLAYS - NIGHT
(BAND LEADER)
Benjamin shakes hands with the BAND LEADER and exits. The band leader takes the microphone
BAND LEADER
Thank you, in honour of our friend hear's a special arrangement written by Tucker of Moonlight Serenade
The band begins to play
INT. MARCY SITS IN THE CAFE - DAY
(MARCY)
Marcy sits in her favourite cafe on a nice fall day sipping a coffee, pouring over a script
MARCY
The world is like a playground.A place where you can spend many hours with the people you love, participating in activities that bring much joy. A playground can also be a place for escape. A place to go and find solace amongst the patches of grass, seeking shelter from the cruelties of life.I have been blessed to have played on the same playground as Tucker.Tucker was the Jordan of the blacktop playground that is this business.I have learned from the best how to enjoy all that life has to offer and avoid that which can hurt me.Today its time for me to step out of the grass and take control of Marcy's Playground
INT. THE WAITER CONGRATULATES MARCY - DAY
(YOUNG SERVER, MARCY, ROBERT)
The waiter enters carrying a coffee pot
YOUNG SERVER
More coffee?
MARCY
I think I will
YOUNG SERVER
Hey I saw your play this weekend down at the community center, it was great
MARCY
What did you like about it?
YOUNG SERVER
I liked the hypochondriac women, she was funny, oh and of course Marcy, is that supposed to be you?
MARCY
Some of her
Becomes distracted by a limo outside with its window partially rolled down
YOUNG SERVER
Hey look out the window isn't that, that Sundance guy?
We see out to the street to reveal a glimpse of a man wearing a camel hair coat and scarf, with a resemblance to Robert Redford sitting in the limo. The limo pulls away
INT. CAFE - DAY
(MARCY)
The camera pans back to the interior of the cafe
MARCY
No that wasn't him
Marcy smiles at the waiter and returns her eyes to her script, the waiter nods pours Marcy's coffee and exits
INT. MARCY GOES ON WITH LIFE - DAY
(KIP, MARCY)
Marcy gets a call from Kip
MARCY
Hello
KIP
So, have you got too big for my little agency
MARCY
Afraid not Kip, we are still stuck with each other
KIP
Well before they steal you away from me, how are you for Monday?
MARCY
What do you have?
Camera pans away from the cafe as Marcy continues on
EXT. PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE AREA - DAY
(MARCY)
The camera pans away from Marcy through the window pans up to the street marker, follows up to the Hollywood Hills and rests on the Hollywood sign
FADE OUT.
THE END
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