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Aladdin script analysis

Aladdin script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Aladdin, a street urchin, dreams of a better life in Agrabah and stumbles into the Cave of Wonders where he meets a powerful Genie. As he uses his wishes to win Princess Jasmine’s heart, the villainous Jafar seizes power, leading Aladdin to confront him and ultimately free the Genie and claim his own destiny.

75 Save the Cat fit score 80% analysis confidence / 20 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

80%

The marketplace introduction establishes Agrabah’s vibrant world and the legend of the lamp.

Oh I come from a land From a faraway place Where the caravan camels roam
2

Theme Stated

Scene 3 / Page 1 / 5% target

75%

Aladdin’s chase after bread highlights his longing for freedom and a better life.

3

Set-Up

Scenes 1-3 / Page 1 / 10% target

80%

We meet Aladdin, Jasmine and Jafar, establishing desires and stakes.

4

Catalyst

Scene 6 / Page 1 / 12% target

85%

Aladdin enters the Cave of Wonders to retrieve the lamp, propelling the story forward.

Don't...touch...anything! We gotta find that lamp.
5

Debate

Scene 7 / Page 1 / 20% target

80%

Trapped by the collapsing cave, Aladdin debates risking everything to secure the lamp.

6

Break into Two

Scene 8 / Page 1 / 25% target

85%

Jafar betrays Aladdin, sending him into the sea and marking his entry into a new world of magic.

7

B Story

Scene 9 / Page 1 / 30% target

75%

Jasmine learns of Jafar’s treachery, setting up her personal stake and relationship with Aladdin.

8

Fun and Games

Scene 11 / Page 1 / 40% target

90%

The magic carpet ride showcases the promise of wish-fulfillment and romance.

Don't you dare close your eyes
9

Midpoint

Scene 10 / Page 1 / 50% target

90%

Aladdin meets the Genie, ups the stakes with three wishes and a clear power shift.

Aaaaahhhhh! OY! Ten-thousand years will give ya such a crick in the neck!
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 15 / Page 1 / 65% target

80%

Jafar schemes in his chambers to reclaim the lamp and tighten his hold.

11

All Is Lost

Scene 17 / Page 1 / 75% target

85%

Jafar uses the lamp to become a sorcerer, appearing invincible.

12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 18 / Page 1 / 80% target

80%

Stranded in the wasteland, Aladdin faces despair without the lamp.

13

Break into Three

Scene 19 / Page 1 / 85% target

85%

Aladdin returns to confront Jafar with renewed resolve.

He gave you your power, he can take it away!
14

Finale

Scene 14 / Page 1 / 95% target

85%

Aladdin defeats Jafar and frees the Sultan from hypnosis, reclaiming control.

Better check your crystal ball again, Jafar!
15

Final Image

Scene 20 / Page 1 / 99% target

90%

Aladdin frees the Genie and marries Jasmine, fulfilling the theme of freedom and love.

Genie, I wish for your freedom.