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Black Mirror: San Junipero
by Charlie Brooker
Kelly discovers the tragic backstory of Yorkie's paralysis and the legal hurdles preventing her from 'passing over' into the digital afterlife. Greg explains his plan to marry Yorkie as a legal formality to override her religious family's objections, while Kelly pleads for one last unauthorized visit to the simulation.
Robot & Frank
by C.D. Ford
Frank, an aging jewel thief with memory loss, visits Jennifer and confesses he is on the run from the police. The conversation takes a shocking turn when Frank examines Jennifer's family photos and discovers a personal history he has completely forgotten. Emotional stakes peak as Jennifer realizes the extent of Frank's cognitive decline while he reels from the revelation of their past relationship.
As the police close in, Frank desperately tries to help his robot companion escape, but the robot insists that Frank erase its memory to protect himself. The scene explores the emotional bond between an aging thief and his mechanical caretaker as they face a final, selfless sacrifice.
The Book of Eli
by Gary Whitta, Anthony Peckham
In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, Eli and Solara find a seemingly cozy home occupied by an elderly couple, only to realize the horrifying truth behind their survival. The tension escalates from an awkward tea service to the discovery of a backyard graveyard and the physical symptoms of cannibalism.
Hamnet
by Chloé Zhao, Maggie O'Farrell
A vulnerable, reflective, sorrowful Mary's monologue from "Hamnet" by Chloé Zhao & Maggie O'Farrell.
A somber, wise, resigned, vulnerable Mary & Susanna's monologue from "Hamnet" by Chloé Zhao & Maggie O'Farrell.
Belfast
by Kenneth Branagh
A affectionate, nostalgic, humorous, poignant GRANNY & POP's duologue from "Belfast" by Kenneth Branagh.
The Brutalist
by Brady Corbet, Mona Fastvold
A eccentric, visionary, slightly manic, accommodating LASZLO & VAN BUREN's duologue from "The Brutalist" by Brady Corbet & Mona Fastvold. Genre: drama.
King Lear
by William Shakespeare
King Lear, having been cast out by his daughters, wanders into a violent storm. He rages against the elements, demanding that the weather destroy the world and the 'ingrateful' nature of humanity.
As You Like It
Jaques delivers a cynical yet profound meditation on the seven stages of human life, from infancy to old age and eventual death. He compares the world to a theater where every individual is merely an actor playing a sequence of roles.
Riders to the Sea
by J.M. Synge
An elderly mother reflects on the loss of all her sons to the sea. She expresses a haunting sense of relief and resignation, realizing the ocean can no longer take anything more from her.
Magnolia
by Paul Thomas Anderson
A dying man on his deathbed confesses his deep-seated regrets and past infidelities to his nurse. He recounts the toxic way he treated his late wife, Lily, and the guilt of abandoning his son during her terminal illness.
Knives Out
by Rian Johnson
Benoit Blanc sits with the elderly Greatnana Wanetta, offering a philosophical reflection on grief, age, and the burden of truth. He gently encourages her to share what she saw on the night of Harlan's death while acknowledging her overlooked presence in the house.
Harlan Thrombey reflects on his decision to financially cut off his family members. He confesses to his nurse, Marta, his regrets regarding how his wealth has stunted his children's growth and character.
Daddy’s Heart
by Nannette Stone
Uncle Ed, a retired railroad engineer, sips milkweed wine and offers eccentric philosophical advice and future predictions to his grandniece, Mae. He touches on the nature of infinity, the character of Johnny Carson, and a series of increasingly bizarre prophecies for the coming decades.
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