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Stephen's Pep Talk

from Bad Education

Written by Freddy Syborn, Charlie Wernham

Bad Education

During a school boxing match, Warren feels defeated and apologetic toward Stephen after a loss of pride. As his opponent Lucci taunts him, Warren finds a second wind of motivation, while Stephen attempts to offer his usual brand of unconventional encouragement.

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WARREN: I’m sorry, sir. I shouldn’t have told people you were an understudy.

STEPHEN: It’s OK. They didn’t believe you, you just looked a bit bitter.

WARREN: I know you were rooting for me.

STEPHEN: I never stopped rooting for you. You don’t need to prove yourself to anyone.

LUCCI: Oi Warren, I hear

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CharactersWarren, Stephen, Lucci, Fraser, Blessing
Duration00:01:00
Age RangeAdult
GenderMale
GenreComedy
PeriodContemporary
Formatgroup
SourceBad Education
ToneEncouraging, camp, slightly absurd
AccentBritish
Suitable Foragent showcase, self tape, general practice
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