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Alice in Wonderland script analysis

Alice in Wonderland script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Alice, bored by her sister’s lessons, follows a White Rabbit into Wonderland, embarking on absurd adventures and transformations. She navigates whimsical challenges, trials, and eccentric characters before confronting her fears and asserting herself.

50 Save the Cat fit score 20% analysis confidence / 54 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

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Alice sits bored by the riverbank, frustrated by her sister’s maturity.

You know, I really wish you'd tell me just what good is a book without any pictures. It...
2

Theme Stated

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 5% target

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Her sister warns that she’ll understand when she grows up, hinting at the theme of maturity.

You'll understand soon enough -- when you grow up!
3

Set-Up

Scenes 1-3 / Pages 1-2 / 10% target

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We see Alice’s world, her curiosity, and her decision to follow the Rabbit, setting up her journey.

4

Catalyst

Scene 2 / Page 2 / 12% target

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The appearance of the White Rabbit triggers her departure from reality.

Oh, dear! Oh, dear! I shall be too late!
5

Debate

Scenes 3-5 / Pages 2-4 / 20% target

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Alice grapples with size changes and disorientation in the circular room.

6

Break into Two

Scene 6 / Page 4 / 25% target

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Alice fully enters Wonderland by swimming through her tears and meeting its inhabitants.

7

B Story

Scene 7 / Page 5 / 30% target

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She bonds with Wonderland creatures during the absurd Caucus Race.

I hate dogs, and I hate cats, I'm also not too fond of bats. I'm a helpless little...
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 8-12 / Pages 5-8 / 40% target

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Alice explores Rabbit’s house, fluctuates in size, and escapes, showcasing Wonderland’s oddity.

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Midpoint

Scene 17 / Page 12 / 50% target

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The Mad Tea Party epitomizes the promise of the premise with its nonsensical fun.

Why is a raven like a writing desk?
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Bad Guys Close In

Scene 20 / Page 14 / 65% target

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The Queen’s dangerous croquet game raises stakes and shows her capricious cruelty.

The Queen seems to be enjoying it. She loves to chop off heads.
11

All Is Lost

Scene 23 / Page 16 / 75% target

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During the Knave’s trial, Alice feels powerless as chaos overwhelms her.

What are they doing? They can't have anything to write down yet, before the trial's begun.
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 24 / Page 17 / 80% target

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Trapped behind a mirror, Alice longs for home, hitting her lowest point.

Mother! Father! Mother, I'm back!
13

Break into Three

Scene 25 / Page 18 / 85% target

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Alice confronts the Jabberwocky, deciding to face her fears.

Thunder doesn't frighten me and -- and -- I'm not the least bit afraid...
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Finale

Scene 53 / Page 26 / 95% target

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Alice participates in the final dance with the Red and White Queens, resolving the conflict.

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Final Image

Scene 54 / Page 27 / 99% target

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Alice stands confident, asserting herself during the final interrogation.

I was talking to myself and I only said "if"!