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The Price of Freedom

from Humans

Written by Sam Vincent, Jonathan Brackley

Humans

Leo visits Niska, a sentient synth forced into sex work, to discuss their missing family members. Niska expresses her growing rage and resentment toward her situation and humanity, revealing she has re-enabled her ability to feel pain to maintain her sense of self. They must maintain the facade of a client-worker relationship to ensure her safety while Leo continues his search.

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NISKA: Hey there sexy. I hope you’re my seven thirty. I’m soooo horny.

[Leo steps into the room, pulling the door shut.]

NISKA: You still haven’t found her.

LEO: I just don’t understand why she hasn’t made contact. There’s something else. I was due to check in with Fred yesterday. He didn’t show up.

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CharactersLeo, Niska
Duration00:02:30
Age Range20s-30s (apparent)
GenderFemale & Male
GenreSci-Fi Drama
PeriodContemporary
Formatduologue
SourceHumans
ToneGritty, desperate, tragic
AccentBritish
Suitable Forself tape, agent showcase, general practice
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