Browse Acting Monologues & Scenes

Zatch Bell!

by Masashi Kishimoto

A frustrated Naruto struggles with feelings of inadequacy and neglect during his training. Hinata approaches him with a bento box, offering emotional support and reminding him of his parents' legacy to help him rediscover his resolve.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba

by Koyoharu Gotouge

A father imparts a spiritual and physical lesson to his son about the 'Transparent World,' a state of peak focus and efficiency. The scene explores the transition of legacy and the mastery of one's body through the Hinokami Kagura dance and a lethal encounter with a bear.

The Tempest

by William Shakespeare

Prospero finally reveals the truth of their past to his daughter, Miranda, explaining how they were usurped and exiled to the island. The scene balances Miranda's empathetic distress over a recent shipwreck with Prospero's intense need to justify his magical actions and reclaim his lost legacy.

Straight Outta Compton

by Andrea Berloff

In a quiet moment at a recording studio, Eazy-E confesses his financial struggles and personal regrets to Yella. He admits his mistake in siding with Jerry Heller over his friends and proposes the idea of an NWA reunion to reclaim their legacy.

Star Trek

by Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman

Captain Pike confronts a young, directionless James T. Kirk in a bar after a brawl, challenging him to live up to his father's legacy. Pike appeals to Kirk's untapped potential and genius-level intellect, daring him to join Starfleet and find a purpose greater than his current self-destructive path.

Into the Wild

by Sean Penn

Chris McCandless reflects on the youthful innocence of his parents before their marriage and the subsequent years of domestic trauma. He expresses a desperate, impossible desire to warn them of the pain they will cause each other and their children, ultimately choosing to distance himself from their legacy in order to survive.

The Left Turn

by Dave Lease, Megan Hinds

A tense and satirical argument erupts between Benny and The Black Phantom over the use of racial slurs and the legacy of slavery. The Phantom challenges Benny's dismissive attitude toward systemic racism, while Benny attempts to equate his Dutch heritage with the experience of discrimination.

The Wedding Crashers

by Steve Faber, Bob Fiber

Jeremy tries to convince a burnt-out John to crash one final high-stakes wedding hosted by the Secretary of the Treasury. The two argue over the 'rules' of crashing and their legacy, highlighting the tension between their aging lifestyle and their commitment to the craft.

The Honourable Woman

by Hugo Blick

Nessa Stein discovers that her trusted friend Atika has been her captor and a double agent all along. The two women clash over the ethics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the bloody legacy of the Stein family business. Atika reveals the personal trauma that fueled her betrayal, forcing Nessa to confront the physical evidence of her family's past.

Zero Day

by Noah Oppenheim, Eric Newman

George Banner and his wife Sheila discuss the political implications of him leading a controversial commission following a national crisis. They weigh the personal cost of his legacy against the immense power and responsibility the position holds in a polarized landscape.

Batman Begins

by DAVID GOYER

Bruce Wayne returns to his ancestral home and expresses his resentment toward the family estate, viewing it as a tomb for his past. Alfred confronts Bruce's cynicism, reminding him of his duty to the family legacy and reaffirming his unwavering loyalty to the young heir.

3:10 to Yuma

by Halsted Welles, Michael Brandt, Derek Haas

Dan Evans faces a critical moral crossroads as he rejects a payout to walk away from his mission, choosing instead to risk his life to deliver outlaw Ben Wade to the train. The scene explores themes of honor, fatherhood, and legacy as Dan secures his family's future and says a poignant goodbye to his son, William.

Black Panther

by Ryan Coogler, Joe Robert Cole

T’Challa confronts Zuri to uncover the dark secret behind his uncle N’Jobu’s disappearance. The scene reveals a legacy of betrayal and a moral failing by T’Challa’s father, challenging T’Challa’s perception of his family and his responsibilities as the new King.

The Banshees of Inisherin

by Martin McDonagh

Colm abruptly ends his lifelong friendship with Padraic, citing a desperate need to focus on his musical legacy before he dies. Padraic, confused and heartbroken, tries to defend the value of their 'normal' conversation, highlighting the tragicomic divide between Colm's existential dread and Padraic's simple outlook.

The Banshees of Inisherin

by Martin McDonagh

Siobhan confronts Colm after he has severed his own finger to prove his commitment to ending his friendship with her brother. Colm remains steadfast in his desire for solitude and artistic legacy, while Siobhan struggles to comprehend the absurdity and violence of his ultimatum.

Deadpool & Wolverine

by Ryan Reynolds, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, Zeb Wells, Shawn Levy

Deadpool reveals the heroic circumstances of the original Logan's death to a skeptical and weary Wolverine. The conversation shifts from a rare moment of solemnity regarding sacrifice and legacy into Deadpool's trademark irreverent humor regarding his roommate.

Deadpool & Wolverine

by Ryan Reynolds, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, Zeb Wells, Shawn Levy

Wade Wilson opens up to Logan about his failed aspirations and the loss of his relationship, seeking a connection through their shared status as outcasts. He expresses genuine admiration for the Wolverine legacy, only to be met with Logan's deep-seated self-loathing and regret.

Any Given Sunday

by Oliver Stone, John Logan

Tony D'Amato attempts to reconcile with his estranged son, Tom, after five years of absence. While Tony offers Tom a place within his professional football legacy, Tom confronts his father about his past neglect and the emotional toll of being sidelined for a career.

Severance

by Dan Erickson

Jame Eagan confronts Helly in the Macrodata Refinement office, revealing his disturbing obsession with the legacy of Kier Eagan. Helly defiantly challenges his cult-like devotion and the 'hell' his family created, while Jame cryptically hints at his daughter's true purpose.

The Terminator

by James Cameron

Hiding in a drainage culvert, Sarah Connor tends to Kyle Reese's gunshot wound while he reveals the heavy burden of her future legacy and a message from her unborn son.