Film
duologue
Romantic Comedy
2 Characters

The Engagement Ring Dilemma

from Valentine's Day

Written by Katherine Fugate, Abby Kohn, Marc Silverstein

Valentine's Day

Reed shares the news of his engagement proposal with his close friend Julia, revealing that while his girlfriend said yes, she didn't like the ring. Julia offers support and contemplates making a grand romantic gesture of her own by surprising her boyfriend in San Francisco. The two friends share a moment of vulnerability and encouragement regarding their respective romantic lives.

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JULIA: I saw you on TV this morning. “Love is the most shocking act left on the planet.” That should be on a bumper sticker.

REED: Happy Valentine’s Day.

JULIA: Thank you - but don’t try to deflect. How did it go?

REED: Does anyone have any confidence in me? She said yes.

JULIA: Yay! That’s amazing.

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CharactersJulia, Reed
Duration00:02:00
Age Range20s-30s
Gendermale & female
GenreRomantic Comedy
PeriodContemporary
Formatduologue
SourceValentine's Day
ToneHumorous, Supportive, Slightly Awkward
Suitable Foragent showcase, self tape, general practice
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