2002
Former mob boss Paul Vitti fakes a breakdown to secure release into the custody of his reluctant psychotherapist, Ben Sobel, whose life is subsequently disrupted. Vitti's genuine emotional distress and his reconnection with the mob world, including rivals Patty LoPresti and Lou Rigazzi, unwillingly draw Ben deeper into danger. Using a movie set as a cover, Vitti plans a gold heist, further endangering Ben and his family, especially when Ben's son becomes Vitti's driver. During the heist, Ben and Vitti experience simultaneous breakdowns but succeed in stealing the gold, forming an unlikely bond before Vitti seemingly embraces a new path.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Analyze That follows the Save the Cat structure closely, introducing the hardened mob boss and the reluctant therapist, then crossing into an unlikely partnership.
Open full beat sheetPaul Vitti is listed as Former New York crime boss. A volatile, manipulative, and dangerous mobster suffering from temporary psychotic episodes. In the parsed data, Paul Vitti is connected to 48 scenes, 86 dialogue lines, 87 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
48 scenes / 86 dialogue linesBen Sobel is listed as Psychotherapist. A neurotic, conflict-averse therapist who finds himself unwillingly responsible for Vitti's rehabilitation. In the parsed data, Ben Sobel is connected to 38 scenes, 70 dialogue lines, 70 text mentions, first appearing around scene 5.
38 scenes / 70 dialogue linesJelly is listed as Vitti's loyal lieutenant. A dim-witted but devoted mob enforcer. In the parsed data, Jelly is connected to 16 scenes, 11 dialogue lines, 15 text mentions, first appearing around scene 38.
16 scenes / 11 dialogue linesLaura Sobel is listed as Ben's wife. Ben's wife, who is frequently frustrated by his professional choices and the intrusion of his mobster patient. In the parsed data, Laura Sobel is connected to 10 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 16.
10 scenes / 2 dialogue linesEddie DeVol is listed as Patty LoPresti's associate. A treacherous mobster playing both sides of the family conflict. In the parsed data, Eddie DeVol is connected to 9 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 52.
9 scenes / 1 dialogue linesPatty LoPresti is listed as Mob boss. A ruthless and manipulative female mob leader. In the parsed data, Patty LoPresti is connected to 5 scenes, 21 dialogue lines, 24 text mentions, first appearing around scene 23.
5 scenes / 21 dialogue linesRaoul Berman is listed as TV Producer. The producer of the 'Little Caesar' series. In the parsed data, Raoul Berman is connected to 5 scenes, 12 dialogue lines, 12 text mentions, first appearing around scene 40.
5 scenes / 12 dialogue linesMichael Sobel is listed as Ben's son. A teenager who becomes involved in Vitti's world as a driver. In the parsed data, Michael Sobel is connected to 4 scenes, first appearing around scene 5.
4 scenes / 0 dialogue linesLou Rigazzi is listed as Mob boss. An aging, violent rival mob boss. In the parsed data, Lou Rigazzi is connected to 3 scenes, 9 dialogue lines, 10 text mentions, first appearing around scene 39.
3 scenes / 9 dialogue linesCaesar confronts his lieutenant Ducks about a betrayal, leading to Ducks' execution by Caesar's soldiers.
Paul VittiPaul Vitti watches a TV show in the prison rec room and reacts to a newspaper headline.
Paul VittiVitti encounters his cellmate Earl who is being transferred.
Paul VittiA guard attempts to assassinate Vitti, but Vitti survives by hiding under his bunk.
Paul VittiBen Sobel delivers a eulogy for his father, interrupted by a phone call from Vitti.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Laura Sobel, Michael SobelVitti fakes a psychotic breakdown and attacks a gang member.
Paul VittiBen and his family return home to find FBI agents waiting.
Ben Sobel, Laura Sobel, Michael SobelBen evaluates Vitti's mental state.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelBen administers psychological tests to Vitti.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelBen negotiates Vitti's release into his custody.
Ben SobelBen picks up Vitti from prison.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelVitti reveals he was faking his insanity.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelBen brings Vitti to his home.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelChapin discusses the plan to use Vitti to escalate mob violence.
Laura expresses her anger about Vitti staying in their home.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Laura SobelVitti and Ben discuss Vitti's guest and Ben's marriage.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Laura SobelBen tries to have a heart-to-heart with his son Michael.
Ben Sobel, Michael SobelBen and Laura listen to Vitti having sex in the guest room.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Laura SobelVitti causes a scene at a family brunch.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Laura SobelBen conducts a therapy session with Vitti.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelJelly arrives and Vitti leaves with him against Ben's wishes.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, JellyVitti meets with his old associates.
Paul VittiVitti confronts Patty LoPresti.
Paul Vitti, Patty LoPresti, Eddie DeVolVitti works as a host and feels humiliated.
Paul VittiVitti experiences panic attacks while casing a jewelry store, leading him to quit his job.
Paul VittiVitti aggressively intimidates a couple at a car dealership.
Paul VittiVitti has a bizarre dream involving Ben as Freud and an attack by rival mobsters.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Jelly, Patty LoPresti, Eddie DeVolLaura confronts Vitti and demands he leave the house.
Paul Vitti, Laura SobelVitti prepares to leave; Ben tries to maintain control over his patient.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, JellyBen and Laura join Vitti for dinner with a TV producer.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Laura Sobel, Raoul BermanJelly captures the gunman who attacked the restaurant.
Paul Vitti, JellyBen and Laura discuss their relationship and Ben's stress.
Ben Sobel, Laura SobelVitti interrogates the gunman.
Paul Vitti, JellyRigazzi executes the failed gunman.
Lou RigazziVitti visits the set and agrees to consult.
Paul Vitti, Jelly, Raoul BermanBen is abducted by mobsters.
Ben SobelPatty LoPresti threatens Ben regarding Vitti.
Ben Sobel, Patty LoPrestiVitti discusses logistics for a job with his crew while Patty LoPresti arrives to confront him about his plans.
Paul Vitti, Jelly, Patty LoPresti, Eddie DeVolLou Rigazzi arrives at the base camp.
Lou RigazziPatty pressures Vitti to include her men in his upcoming job.
Paul Vitti, Patty LoPresti, Raoul BermanRigazzi confronts Vitti about his intentions.
Paul Vitti, Lou Rigazzi, Raoul BermanBen arrives looking for Vitti and chats with the crew.
Ben Sobel, JellyBen confronts Vitti about his lies and the presence of the mob.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelBen performs a scene for the movie.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Raoul BermanBen and Vitti drive away, realizing they are being followed.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelA high-speed car chase ensues.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelVitti and Ben escape the pursuers by causing them to drive into the river.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelBen is interrogated by the FBI.
Ben SobelVitti prepares to leave and meet Patty's crew.
Paul Vitti, JellyVitti gets into a physical altercation with Tony Bella.
Paul VittiBen finds his son Michael working for Vitti.
Ben Sobel, Laura Sobel, Michael SobelBen tracks Vitti to a nightclub.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Jelly, Eddie DeVolVitti briefs his crew and Eddie DeVol on the plan to hijack a gold shipment.
Paul Vitti, Jelly, Eddie DeVolBen is caught listening at the door and shoved into the basement room.
Ben Sobel, JellyBen is confronted by the crew, but Vitti insists he is with him.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Jelly, Eddie DeVolVitti's crew prepares for the heist; Ben struggles with his gear and his nerves.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Jelly, Eddie DeVolVitti has a private panic attack.
Paul VittiThe heist begins; Vitti and Ben watch the convoy approach.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Eddie DeVolThe gold is transferred to the bus; Ben and Vitti have an emotional breakdown.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, Jelly, Eddie DeVolBen and Vitti are reunited with the crew on the bus.
Paul Vitti, Ben SobelBen and Vitti say goodbye and sing together.
Paul Vitti, Ben Sobel, JellyDon't worry about me. Just worry about what you're going to say to this parole officer. What are you going to say? That you've moved out of my house. That you've got your old gang back together. For what, a high school drop-out reunion?
I don't have to tell you, Paul. Alone on the street you don't stand a chance. That's what the family's all about. Since the old days, when the grandfathers first came over. That's not something you just walk away from.
Look, I'm not happy about it, but if it keeps Patty off my back, so be it. They're meeting us at the club. Let's head out. Not all at once. I gotta tell you everything?
Because that would not be the way to go. You want to back a winner, which is gonna be me. It only makes sense. You come work for us. I'll treat you right.
A supernumerary. An 'atmosphere.' It ain't bad. You just stand around all day waitin' for them to shoot and they pay you eighty bucks.
Okay, this is big and we only get one shot at it; and there's only about a million ways this fuckin' thing can go bad, so listen up.
Oh, dear God. First of all, sweetheart, we're not shooting the hooker scene until tomorrow. And the hair -- please, what is that?
Really? I was scared at first, but on the second take, I think I found some good stuff. I was able to texture the screaming --
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