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Budd Schulberg

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4-5 minutes

I Could've Been a Contender

On the Waterfront

by Budd Schulberg

In the back of a taxi, Terry confronts his brother Charley about the betrayal that ruined his boxing career and the pressure to remain silent.

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Film
duologue
2-3 min

You Don't Believe in Anything

On the Waterfront

by Budd Schulberg

Terry explains his cynical survivalist philosophy to Edie, who challenges his lack of conscience regarding her brother's death.

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Film
monologue
1:30

You're a Bum

On the Waterfront

by Budd Schulberg

Father Barry confronts Terry, urging him to trade his physical weapon for the truth in order to take down the corrupt union boss Johnny Friendly.

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Film
duologue
2:00

Conscience and Loyalty

On the Waterfront

by Budd Schulberg

Terry struggles with his loyalty to a corrupt mob while Edie urges him to follow his conscience, leading to a moment of intense emotional conflict.

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Production by Budd Schulberg

On the Waterfront

About Budd Schulberg

Browse 4 audition scenes and monologues written by Budd Schulberg, including scenes from On the Waterfront. Schulberg's work on AuditionScenes spans drama and features groups and duologues and monologues drawn from film. These scenes are particularly suited for drama school audition, agent showcase, self tape. Each scene includes Director's Notes with performance guidance, character analysis, and a downloadable PDF.