Paul Schrader

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The Reconciliation

Raging Bull

by Paul Schrader, Mardik Martin

After a long period of estrangement and violence, Jake LaMotta attempts to reconcile with his brother Joey outside a parking lot. Jake's desperate need for forgiveness manifests in a disturbing plea for Joey to physically beat him, leading to a raw and emotional breakdown between the two men.

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The Accusation

Raging Bull

by Paul Schrader, Mardik Martin

Jake LaMotta's deep-seated paranoia and jealousy boil over during a domestic moment with his brother Joey and wife Vickie. After questioning a simple greeting, Jake interrogates Joey about rumors of infidelity, eventually accusing his own brother of having an affair with his wife. The scene highlights Jake's self-destructive obsession and the deteriorating trust within his inner circle.

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About Paul Schrader

Browse 2 audition scenes and monologues written by Paul Schrader, including scenes from Raging Bull. Schrader's work on AuditionScenes spans drama and features duologues and groups 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.