ABEL
ABEL is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, ABEL is connected to 63 scenes, 462 dialogue lines, 989 text mentions, first appearing around scene 7.
63 scenes / 462 dialogue lines130Scenes
31Characters
45Pages
8Dialogue samples
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A Most Violent Year Save the Cat analysis
A Most Violent Year follows Abel Morales as he expands his heating oil business amid rising violence and legal threats in 1981 New York.
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ANNA
ANNA is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, ANNA is connected to 30 scenes, 165 dialogue lines, 297 text mentions, first appearing around scene 7.
30 scenes / 165 dialogue linesAndrew Walsh
Andrew Walsh is listed as Lawyer/Right-hand man. Mid-fifties, smart but tired. In the parsed data, Andrew Walsh is connected to 20 scenes, 143 dialogue lines, 281 text mentions, first appearing around scene 9.
20 scenes / 143 dialogue linesJulian
Julian is listed as Truck driver for Standard Heating Oil. Young, nervous, timid. In the parsed data, Julian is connected to 8 scenes, 44 dialogue lines, 200 text mentions, first appearing around scene 6.
8 scenes / 44 dialogue linesLawrence
Lawrence is listed as Assistant District Attorney. Early thirties, confident, ego-driven. In the parsed data, Lawrence is connected to 7 scenes, 70 dialogue lines, 165 text mentions, first appearing around scene 24.
7 scenes / 70 dialogue linesPeter Forente
Peter Forente is listed as Competitor. Mid-forties, well-dressed, handsomely bald. In the parsed data, Peter Forente is connected to 5 scenes, 41 dialogue lines, 89 text mentions, first appearing around scene 35.
5 scenes / 41 dialogue linesSALES STUDENT ALEX
SALES STUDENT ALEX is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, SALES STUDENT ALEX is connected to 5 scenes, 10 dialogue lines, 19 text mentions, first appearing around scene 47.
5 scenes / 10 dialogue linesBill O'Leary
Bill O'Leary is listed as Head of the NYC Teamsters. Union leader. In the parsed data, Bill O'Leary is connected to 4 scenes, 38 dialogue lines, 114 text mentions, first appearing around scene 51.
4 scenes / 38 dialogue linesJOSEPH
JOSEPH is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, JOSEPH is connected to 3 scenes, 18 dialogue lines, 39 text mentions, first appearing around scene 10.
3 scenes / 18 dialogue linesLouis Servidio
Louis Servidio is listed as Thug. Small, slight, fast, strong. In the parsed data, Louis Servidio is connected to 3 scenes, 17 dialogue lines, 71 text mentions, first appearing around scene 83.
3 scenes / 17 dialogue linesMRS. ROSE
MRS. ROSE is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, MRS. ROSE is connected to 3 scenes, 4 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 77.
3 scenes / 4 dialogue linesARNOLD KLINE
ARNOLD KLINE is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, ARNOLD KLINE is connected to 2 scenes, 22 dialogue lines, 38 text mentions, first appearing around scene 31.
2 scenes / 22 dialogue linesARTHUR LEWIS
ARTHUR LEWIS is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, ARTHUR LEWIS is connected to 2 scenes, 21 dialogue lines, 38 text mentions, first appearing around scene 60.
2 scenes / 21 dialogue linesLUISA
LUISA is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, LUISA is connected to 2 scenes, 14 dialogue lines, 19 text mentions, first appearing around scene 99.
2 scenes / 14 dialogue linesRADIO DISPATCHER
RADIO DISPATCHER is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, RADIO DISPATCHER is connected to 2 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 16 text mentions, first appearing around scene 90.
2 scenes / 8 dialogue linesSENIOR DRIVER EDDY
SENIOR DRIVER EDDY is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, SENIOR DRIVER EDDY is connected to 2 scenes, 6 dialogue lines, 12 text mentions, first appearing around scene 48.
2 scenes / 6 dialogue linesANNIE
ANNIE is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, ANNIE is connected to 2 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 9 text mentions, first appearing around scene 36.
2 scenes / 3 dialogue linesDEPUTY LANGE
DEPUTY LANGE is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, DEPUTY LANGE is connected to 2 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 9 text mentions, first appearing around scene 24.
2 scenes / 3 dialogue linesSTANDARD FRONT DESK
STANDARD FRONT DESK is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, STANDARD FRONT DESK is connected to 2 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 5 text mentions, first appearing around scene 47.
2 scenes / 2 dialogue linesELIAS
ELIAS is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, ELIAS is connected to 1 scene, 13 dialogue lines, 16 text mentions, first appearing around scene 120.
1 scenes / 13 dialogue linesLorraine Lefkowitz
Lorraine Lefkowitz is listed as Business owner. Saul's granddaughter, 23, confident. In the parsed data, Lorraine Lefkowitz is connected to 1 scene, 12 dialogue lines, 14 text mentions, first appearing around scene 111.
1 scenes / 12 dialogue linesBEAT COP
BEAT COP is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, BEAT COP is connected to 1 scene, 10 dialogue lines, 21 text mentions, first appearing around scene 21.
1 scenes / 10 dialogue linesCONTRACTOR
CONTRACTOR is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, CONTRACTOR is connected to 1 scene, 8 dialogue lines, 17 text mentions, first appearing around scene 15.
1 scenes / 8 dialogue linesHUSBAND
HUSBAND is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, HUSBAND is connected to 1 scene, 4 dialogue lines, 8 text mentions, first appearing around scene 81.
1 scenes / 4 dialogue linesScene outline
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1. UNKNOWN SCENE
This scene block introduces the film's title and writer, then presents a statistical overview of crime in New York City in 1981, establishing it as the most violent year. It concludes by setting the date to January 31, 1981, and describing the sound of a garage door opening over a black screen.
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2. EXT. UPPER MIDDLE CLASS RESIDENTIAL HOUSE, QUEENS NYC -
The scene opens at sunrise on Abel Morales, a ruggedly handsome man in his mid-thirties, as he struggles to begin his morning jog outside his upper-middle-class home in Queens, NYC.
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3. EXT. SHIP GRAVEYARD, STATEN ISLAND NYC - DAY
At a ship graveyard in Staten Island, a nervous truck driver named Julian waits for a fuel barge, then connects a hose to begin pumping fuel into his truck while scanning the horizon.
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4. EXT. MORE INDUSTRIAL QUEENS NEIGHBORHOOD- SAME TIME
Abel continues his jog through an industrial Queens neighborhood as dawn breaks, struggling with his fitness and feeling unhappy, eventually stopping to catch his breath and looking around with uncertainty.
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5. INT. ANNA'S DRESSING AREA
Anna sits at her make-up table, applying her face for the day ahead, looking into the mirror as if putting on a coat of armor.
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6. INT. DRIVER'S CAB OF A BULK OIL TRANSPORT TRUCK - DAY
While Julian, a young driver, waits in traffic to pay a toll, two men, Louis Servidio and Thug #2, violently hijack his bulk oil transport truck, leaving Julian injured on the roadway.
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7. INT. PARKING YARD OF STANDARD HEATING OIL- SAME TIME
Abel and Anna arrive at a parking yard, exchange brief pleasantries, and then proceed to an armored van where two guards fill Abel's briefcases with a large amount of cash after they sign a document. Anna warns Abel not to do anything stupid before they share a kiss and Abel departs with the cash-filled cases.
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8. EXT. STREET OUTSIDE THE FRONT GATE- SAME TIME
Abel exits a gate, walks down an industrial street, and then observes a neighboring site while holding cases.
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9. EXT. MASSIVE OIL TANK FARM: BROOKLYN NY WATERFRONT - DAY
Abel meets his lawyer, Andrew Walsh, at a desolate oil tank farm, where they discuss an impending "all in" transaction that Andrew previously advised against. As they wait, a group of five Hasidic Jews arrives in a station wagon, prompting Andrew to suggest they head inside.
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10. INT. SMALL TEMPORARY OFFICE TRAILER - DAY
Abel and his lawyer meet with Joseph Mendelsohn to finalize the purchase of a polluted piece of land, where Joseph questions Abel's persistent desire for the property before they sign the contract and Abel presents $700,000 in cash.
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11. EXT. MASSIVE OIL TANK FARM PARKING LOT - DAY
Andrew Walsh congratulates Abel on a successful job, then leaves, prompting Abel to walk among massive oil tanks where he eventually sees Midtown Manhattan, revealing the true depths of his ambition.
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12. INT. 1981 MERCEDES 500 SEC
Abel drives his 1981 Mercedes 500 SEC away from New York City, which is visible behind him.
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13. INT. CAR ON MERRITT PARKWAY
The scene opens inside a car on the Merritt Parkway, where the surrounding landscape transitions to upscale country.
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14. EXT. COUNTRY HOUSE - DAY
Abel drives to an architect-designed, 80's modern house that is still under construction, parks, and then enters the empty, nearly completed house.
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15. INT. 80'S MODERN HOUSE - DAY
Abel praises the Contractor's work on his new house, then pays him while subtly asserting authority and reminding him of a deadline and a remaining task.
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16. EXT. TOP OF HILL ON OTHER SIDE OF POND LOOKING BACK AT HIS
Abel stands on a hill, enjoying a cigar and the view of his house, until the sound of a truck in his driveway immediately changes his demeanor.
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17. EXT. HOUSE DRIVEWAY - DAY
Abel emerges from the woods to find a heating oil delivery truck in the driveway, and his expression indicates it's not good news.
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18. INT. HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM - DAY
Abel visits Julian, who was injured and had his jaw broken, in the hospital. Anna informs Abel about Julian's condition and the police involvement, then asks to speak with Abel privately outside.
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19. EXT. HOSPITAL HALLWAY -SAME TIME
Anna and Abel confirm a successful contract signing, then discuss a pressing issue that Anna believes requires action, while Abel plans to meet with the D.A., before they part ways.
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20. INT. HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM - DAY
Abel visits Julian in the hospital, offers assistance, and expresses his contempt for their attackers before leaving.
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21. EXT. ABANDONED RACETRACK PARKING LOT - QUEENS NY - DAY
Abel arrives to retrieve his stolen bulk transport truck, finding a beat cop who offers no help and reveals the truck's fuel was stolen, leaving Abel alone to ponder a solution as the sun sets.
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22. EXT. STANDARD HEATING TRUCK YARD - DAY
Abel's car drives into the Standard Heating Truck Yard, passing a gate with a sign emphasizing constant safety.
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23. INT. ANNA'S OFFICE STANDARD HEATING OIL - DAY
Anna is working diligently on an adding machine in her office, listening to the radio, and appears to be in her comfort zone.
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24. INT. BROOKLYN ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE - DAY
Andrew Walsh and Abel Morales meet with A.D.A. Lawrence and Deputy Lange to discuss the ongoing robberies of their fuel trucks, but Lawrence reveals his office is bringing a case against Abel's company for industry-wide corruption and suggests Abel's expansion into new markets might be causing the attacks.
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25. INT. HALLWAY OF BROOKLYN D.A. COURT BUILDING - DAY
Andrew tries to reassure Abel not to overreact to an unknown development, suggesting they wait to see what evidence is brought against them. Abel acknowledges Andrew's point.
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26. INT. ANNA'S OFFICE STANDARD HEATING OIL - DAY
Abel informs Anna that the DA intends to bring charges against them next week, but the specific accusations are still unknown. Anna, initially defensive about their practices, presses Abel for more information on what they are being accused of.
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27. INT. HOSPITAL LONG HALLWAY - DAY
Abel walks down a long hospital hallway and enters a room.
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28. INT. HOSPITAL ROOM - DAY
Julian, recovering in a hospital room with bandages and crutches, looks much better as he and another person intensely look at each other in silence.
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29. INT. SHIT-HOLE TENEMENT STAIRWELL - DAY
Abel helps an injured Julian up the stairs to his apartment, where they discuss Julian's readiness for a sales position and the ongoing issue of stolen truck loads.
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30. EXT. BUILDING BY ABEL'S CAR - DAY
Abel exits a building and confidently walks through a group of tough-looking kids who are eyeing his new car, then gets in and drives away.
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31. INT. BROOKLYN BARBERSHOP - NIGHT
While getting a haircut, Abel is confronted by his business rival, Arnold Kline, who makes veiled threats about Abel's new contract and potential expansion into a shared market.
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32. EXT. COUNTRY ROAD - NEXT MORNING
Abel is jogging in the woods when he encounters two large moving trucks on the road, prompting a reaction from him before he cuts into a path in the woods.
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33. EXT. DRIVEWAY
Abel and Anna arrive at their new house with their kids and moving trucks, sharing a moment of quiet happiness as they take in their new home.
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34. INT. DINING ROOM OF NEW HOUSE - NIGHT
The family, surrounded by moving boxes, shares a candlelight takeout meal in their new home. Anna expresses gratitude, and Abel proposes a toast to their new beginning, wishing for happiness, prosperity, and safety.
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35. INT. GYMNASIUM GIRLS YOUTH SOCCER GAME - NEXT MORNING
Abel is approached by Peter Forente at a girls' youth soccer game, where they discuss Abel's recent business expansion, a security incident, and a new driver, before Peter compliments Abel's daughter playing in the game.
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36. INT. GARAGE OF THE NEW HOUSE - DAY
Andrew Walsh visits Abel and Anna in their new garage to inform them that the D.A. is bringing charges against them for unknown reasons, likely related to their "standard industry practice" of bending rules, and also warns them about union concerns regarding their drivers' safety.
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37. INT. ABEL AND ANNA'S BEDROOM - NIGHT
Abel and Anna are in bed when their dog wakes up and starts growling, prompting Anna to ask what's happening. Abel gets up to check, reassuring Anna that it's nothing.
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38. INT. HALLWAYS/KID'S ROOMS - NIGHT
Abel walks through the hallways, checking on his children in their rooms and finding them sleeping soundly with nothing amiss.
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39. INT. KIDS' ROOMS/HALLWAY- SAME TIME
Abel, after checking on his kids, sees his dog growling at the top of the stairs, which makes him paranoid; he then grabs a bat and cautiously heads downstairs.
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40. INT. OPEN LIVING ROOM/ENTRY HALL/FRONT DOOR - NIGHT
Abel tries to calm his growling dog, which seems to sense something outside. Despite Abel's attempts to get the dog to go out, it refuses, and Abel eventually goes outside himself, armed with a bat.
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41. EXT. FRONT DOOR TO ABEL'S HOUSE - NIGHT
Abel investigates a noise outside his house, where a burglar ambushes him, but Abel manages to hit the burglar with a club and then chases him as he flees.
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42. EXT. BASE OF THE RAVINE DEEP IN WOODS- CONTINUOUS
Abel, fueled by two weeks of rage and still in his pajamas, chases someone through thick woods under moonlight, gaining on them and using his knowledge of the terrain to take a quicker path down a ravine.
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43. EXT. WOODS BEHIND ABEL'S HOUSE - CONTINUOUS
Abel swings a bat at the Burglar, causing them both to fall. The Burglar then flees into the woods, with Abel chasing after him.
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44. EXT. ROAD NEXT TO THE WOODS - NIGHT
Abel emerges from the woods to see a burglar escape in a waiting van, leaving Abel alone and breathless in the middle of the road.
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45. EXT. ABEL FRONT DOOR - NIGHT
Abel returns home to find Anna waiting for him, who questions his whereabouts. It is revealed that Abel's bare feet are severely cut and bleeding, indicating he has been through a traumatic experience.
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46. INT. POWDER ROOM OF ABEL AND ANNA'S HOUSE - NIGHT
Anna tends to Abel's injuries while questioning him about the intruder, but Abel dismisses it as a simple robbery, leading to a moment of concern and intimacy between them.
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47. INT. TRAINING ROOM AT STANDARD HEATING OIL - NEXT MORNING
Abel, a seasoned salesman, trains new sales recruits on closing techniques, demonstrating how to inspect a burn chamber, create an impression of quality, and use intense eye contact to secure a sale.
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48. INT. LARGE STAFF MEETING ROOM - DAY
Abel addresses his truck drivers in a meeting, updating them on a recent incident involving Julian and assuring them that law enforcement is involved. He then introduces new radios with a closed channel to ensure constant contact, but a Senior Driver named Eddy questions if this is the only solution, mentioning union considerations.
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49. EXT. ABEL AND ANNA'S HOUSE - DAY
Anna returns home to find her young daughter, Catherine, playing with a real handgun she found near the bushes. Anna, horrified, questions Catherine and Elizabeth about the gun's origin before calling for the nanny, Maria.
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50. INT. ABEL'S OFFICE STANDARD HEATING OIL - DAY
Anna confronts Abel with a loaded gun their daughter found, demanding to know what is happening, before Andrew Walsh arrives to inform them about a fourteen-count indictment against their business and the need to meet with the bank.
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51. EXT. STANDARD HEATING OIL YARD - DAY
Abel and Bill O'Leary discuss the ongoing attacks on Abel's drivers, with Bill suggesting the drivers protect themselves and Abel disagreeing, believing it will lead to chaos. Bill ultimately states he will make a decision, emphasizing the dangerous times and the need to adapt, while Abel asks for Bill's help in identifying the perpetrators.
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52. EXT. GATE AT STANDARD HEATING OIL - DAY
O'Leary approaches Andrew to discuss a problem, suggesting that Andrew's drivers should carry handguns with questionable permits to protect themselves and resolve the situation, to which Andrew reluctantly agrees to talk to the person causing the issue.
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53. INT. MORALES' GARAGE - DAY
Anna searches through boxes in Morales' garage and finds a stack of nine identically labeled file boxes containing their off-the-books bookkeeping.
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54. INT. STUDY/LIBRARY OF THE NEW HOUSE - DAY
Anna enters the new house's library, which is still being set up, and struggles to carry in file boxes, reflecting on their contents as she looks out at her new home.
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55. EXT. LONG SUBURBAN DRIVEWAY - DAY
A Standard Oil driver discovers his driveway exit is blocked by a competitor's truck, which has a note on its window with a rude message.
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56. INT. STUDY/LIBRARY OF THE NEW HOUSE
Anna receives a phone call, learning news that makes her angry, and then reflects on her new home and the boxes representing her past and future.
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57. EXT. GATE AT STANDARD HEATING OIL
O'Leary confronts Andrew Walsh about a problem affecting the passage of goods and proposes that every driver in Andrew's fleet should be armed with handguns and permits by Friday to defend themselves. Andrew questions the legality and legitimacy of this drastic suggestion.
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58. INT. ABEL'S OFFICE - LATER
Andrew and Abel discuss a recent incident where another truck was hit, causing financial strain and safety concerns. Andrew, growing paranoid, suggests they are not in a position to refuse demands and proposes they go for a walk to talk, which Abel finds ridiculous.
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59. EXT. STANDARD HEATING OIL TRUCK - DAY
Andrew Walsh convinces a reluctant Abel to comply with a union demand to prevent a company shutdown, prompting Abel to reflect on his motivations for taking risks and his deep personal investment in a nearby property.
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60. INT. WHITE TABLECLOTH RESTAURANT - NIGHT
Anna, Abel, and Andrew meet with bankers Arthur Lewis and Ian Thompson to address legal complaints and secure the bank's continued support for their business, with Abel passionately defending their integrity and strategic growth plans.
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61. INT. ABEL'S CAR - NIGHT
While driving home and discussing a recent meeting, Abel and Anna hit a deer, leaving it injured on the road, and Anna urges Abel to end its suffering.
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62. EXT. BACKWOODS ROAD - NIGHT
Abel hits an animal with his car and struggles with the decision to put it out of its misery, prompting Anna to unexpectedly shoot the animal herself. Abel is left surprised by Anna's actions and her possession of a handgun.
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63. INT. ABEL'S DAMAGED CAR - NIGHT
Anna waits in Abel's damaged car, and Abel gets in without a word before they drive off in silence.
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64. INT. MORALES HOUSE, FRONT HALLWAY - NIGHT
Abel and Anna return home, dismissing their babysitter Nanny Maria, after which they immediately confront each other about a gun Anna is carrying. Their argument escalates as Abel expresses his anger and concern over Anna's possession of the weapon, leading to a physical struggle for the gun and a heated exchange about their past and safety before Abel leaves.
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65. INT. MAIN LIVING/DINING ROOM OF MORALES HOUSE - NEXT DAY
During a child's birthday party, a police officer arrives at the door, causing a stir among the parents as Abel discreetly leads the officer away from the celebration.
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66. EXT. FRONT STEPS - DAY
Abel and Anna are confronted by multiple police officers and Assistant D.A. Lawrence at their home during their daughter's birthday party, as the police arrive with a warrant. Anna attempts to de-escalate the situation by requesting five minutes to calmly dismiss their guests before the officers enter the house.
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67. INT./EXT. HALLWAY OUTSIDE STUDY/DECK
Abel and Anna rush to hide file boxes from their departing guests, with Abel jumping over the deck's edge to conceal them. Anna reveals she wants to review the contents before anyone else sees them.
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68. EXT. GROUND BELOW DECK
Abel is on the ground level below deck, asking if it's the last item, and then looks for a place to stash them.
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69. EXT. WOODS - DAY
Abel carries three boxes into the woods, struggles, and then stacks them in a small clearing.
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70. EXT. FRONT LAWN - DAY
Anna finishes handing out goody bags to departing parents, then gives the Assistant District Attorney a furious look as police enter the house.
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71. EXT. UNDERNEATH THE DECK - DAY
Abel finishes placing file boxes underneath the deck and then sits down on the pile, looking sadly into the woods.
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72. INT. MAIN LIVING/DINING ROOM OF MORALES HOUSE
Anna calmly observes the police searching her house, noting their respectful conduct, before heading out to the driveway.
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73. EXT. DRIVEWAY
Anna confronts A.D.A. Lawrence outside her house, warning him that he will regret his aggressive actions against her honorable husband and threatening him with ruin if he doesn't show more respect. She then walks away as police begin to leave.
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74. INT. ABEL'S OFFICE - MORNING
Abel is in his office, looking out the window, and smiles when he sees Julian walking towards the locker room.
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75. INT. STANDARD HEATING OIL HALLWAY - CONTINUOUS
Abel encounters Sales Student Alex in the hallway, offering him encouragement and a sales tip as Alex heads out for his first solo calls. Abel then wishes him good luck.
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76. INT. DRIVER LOCKER ROOM- DAY
Abel encourages a timid Julian, who is returning to work, by acknowledging Julian's vulnerability and sharing his own experience with it, emphasizing the importance of perseverance. Julian, though still hesitant, eventually gets into his truck.
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77. EXT. FRONT PORCH SMALL OF HOUSE IN OZONE PARK - DAY
Sales Student Alex arrives at Mrs. Rose's house for an appointment, introduces himself, and is invited inside.
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78. INT. CAB OF LARGE BULK OIL TRUCK - DAY
Julian is driving a large bulk oil truck, attempting a difficult right turn onto the 59th Street Bridge while trying to convince himself that everything is fine.
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79. INT. OZONE PARK HOUSE BASEMENT - DAY
Sales Student Alex performs a 17-point inspection on a furnace, mimicking his training, and is interrupted by the sound of a door opening upstairs as Mrs. Rose announces her husband's arrival.
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80. INT. TRUCK CAB, 59TH STREET BRIDGE - DAY
Julian drives his truck slowly across the 59th Street Bridge, feeling paranoid and constantly checking his surroundings, but finds nothing amiss.
Dialogue examples
A.D.A. LAWRENCE (CONT'D) I understand your frustration. And although everyone else seems to have given up and left this city for dead, I haven't. And as you know we have been investigating industry-wide corruption in your business that seems to have been going on for years. And the simple fact is that the only person who could do anything with 8000 gallons of heating oil in a matter of minutes after stealing a truck is someone from within that industry. And almost certainly someone with local storage capacity. So you're right. That means you all are stealing from each other. Which is, as far as I can tell, just a refreshing new take on what you've been doing to your customers and fellow taxpayers for the last fifteen years.
ABEL (CONT'D) But over the last six months 110,000 gallons of fuel has been stolen from my family and I. Now the reason we asked Bill to get you all here is because the people in this room are the only people within two hundred miles of here who have the ability to purchase and store that kind of quantity. So... no matter what bullshit you have been telling each other one of you... or two... or three... has been allowing this to happen by buying this from these cowards or worse yet hiring these guys just to do it. And profiting from it. So what I am saying is... Stop! Now. Have some pride in what you do and stop.
PETER FORENTE Um... Abel... we had a chance to meet for a little bit before you got here and... of course everyone in this room is fully capable of lying to their own mothers on their deathbeds, but... the conclusion we have come to... I should say we are fairly convinced after a very frank conversation... that these guys who doing this... that they don't actually work for anyone in this room. As you know there are many other smaller providers in the area that might be responsible who are not here tonight.
JOSEPH I want you to know this up front. I am a very fair man but I believe in honoring contracts. You will fulfill your end of this contract and the property is yours. If you can't we will keep your money and will sell it to your competitor who has been chasing us almost as badly as you have. I like you, but know that the only reason I am choosing you is because of the favorable terms of this contract. So this is business... and when you sign this....
BILL O'LEARY You seem to be under pressure from many sides right now... which I understand. Trust me I understand. So let me think this through. But whatever decision I make on this, it stands. Those men show up every morning for you because I tell them to. It's important for you to realize that these are very dangerous times, and we need to adapt. It's not like when we were driving.
ABEL That's a very good question. This property gives us many things... firstly direct access to the river. So I can bring in fuel directly from any provider in the world straight to my tanks, then it has over 10 million gallons of storage capacity, so I can buy in the summers when my price is low and sell to my customers and most importantly some of my competitors when the price is high. I won't just drive trucks anymore... I will control my fate... but the real answer to your question...
ABEL I know. It makes me very sad, because he is a very talented young man. But there are some decisions that you cannot come back from. I need to know where he is. And I need him to turn himself in. His actions are hurting me and my business. And I refuse to let other people's weaknesses hurt me. I don't know how it has come to this, but it has. If he does the right thing I will help to take care of his responsibilities. You and your family. When you see him. Tell him this. Please.
ABEL (CONT'D) I tried to chase them away... but really there's nothing I can do. I am vulnerable. We all are. They can come back tonight. But to succeed and be great you must keep going back. And I know what all these guys want to be doing. But it doesn't make you any safer. ABEL (CONT'D) And then they will come after me with everything they have... So this is what we do. And the times will get better and safer. They will. So go. You are strong just by going. Stronger in fact.
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