Film
group
Romantic Comedy
3 Characters

The BYO Rules

from BYO

Written by Natalie Portman, Laura Moses

BYO

A group of friends brainstorm a strict set of rules for their 'Bring Your Own' dating event, vetting potential men based on fashion faux pas and personality red flags. The scene highlights the cynical yet hopeful camaraderie between the women as they navigate the Los Angeles dating scene.

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LUCY: I love this spot.

AL: I’m afraid.

LUCY: No menu. They just bring it. Let’s talk BYO.

AL: Okay, we need rules about what kind of men to bring. Firstly, no exes.

LUCY: No addicts.

AL: No novelty t-shirts.

AL: No penis problems. No virgins.

LUCY: Zucchini flowers! No I-love-you-too-soons.

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Find audition scenes for "The BYO Rules" from BYO, a witty romantic comedy. This group scene features female friends creating dating event rules, perfect for actors seeking humorous, contemporary material. Explore themes of navigating the LA dating scene with sharp dialogue.

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CharactersAl, Lucy, Brandy
Duration00:03:00
Age Range20s-30s
GenderFemale
GenreRomantic Comedy
PeriodContemporary
Formatgroup
SourceBYO
ToneHumorous & Witty
Suitable Foragent showcase, self tape, general practice
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