Screenplay data
Amy Tremont, an architect, falls in love with Virgil Anderson, a blind massage therapist, and convinces him to undergo an experimental surgery to regain his sight. After the successful operation, Virgil struggles to adapt to the visual world, experiencing visual agnosia and difficulty recognizing objects and faces, which strains his relationship with Amy. As Virgil grapples with his new reality, he discovers his retinal disease is returning, leading to arguments with Amy and his eventual return to his childhood home and total blindness. Virgil ultimately embraces his blindness, finding peace and purpose by working with blind children, and he reunites with Amy, who accepts him completely.
Save the Cat beat sheet
A blind massage therapist, Virgil, meets Amy, a sighted architect, sparking a journey of love and self‐discovery.
Open full beat sheetVirgil Anderson is listed as Protagonist. A blind massage therapist who undergoes an experimental surgery to regain his sight. In the parsed data, Virgil Anderson is connected to 82 scenes, 163 dialogue lines, 165 text mentions, first appearing around scene 6.
82 scenes / 163 dialogue linesAmy Tremont is listed as Protagonist. An architect who meets Virgil at a health spa and falls in love with him. In the parsed data, Amy Tremont is connected to 67 scenes, 146 dialogue lines, 146 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
67 scenes / 146 dialogue linesDr. Richard Aaron is listed as Supporting. The eye surgeon who performs Virgil's operation. In the parsed data, Dr. Richard Aaron is connected to 10 scenes, 45 dialogue lines, 46 text mentions, first appearing around scene 24.
10 scenes / 45 dialogue linesJennie Anderson is listed as Supporting. Virgil's older sister who is protective of him. In the parsed data, Jennie Anderson is connected to 10 scenes, 27 dialogue lines, 27 text mentions, first appearing around scene 12.
10 scenes / 27 dialogue linesDuncan Roswell is listed as Supporting. Amy's business partner and ex-husband. In the parsed data, Duncan Roswell is connected to 9 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 38.
9 scenes / 1 dialogue linesRay Webster is listed as Supporting. A visual therapist at NYU. In the parsed data, Ray Webster is connected to 7 scenes, 13 dialogue lines, 15 text mentions, first appearing around scene 41.
7 scenes / 13 dialogue linesEthan Colvin is listed as Minor. A young boy living in Amy's building. In the parsed data, Ethan Colvin is connected to 4 scenes, 6 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 25.
4 scenes / 6 dialogue linesBetsy Ernst is listed as Minor. Assistant at Roswell-Tremont. In the parsed data, Betsy Ernst is connected to 2 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 38.
2 scenes / 2 dialogue linesCarl Kipling is listed as Minor. An elderly bus driver. In the parsed data, Carl Kipling is connected to 2 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 16.
2 scenes / 1 dialogue linesCaroline is listed as Minor. Night manager at the Bear Mtn. Health Spa. In the parsed data, Caroline is connected to 2 scenes, first appearing around scene 4.
2 scenes / 0 dialogue linesNancy Bender is listed as Minor. The local librarian. In the parsed data, Nancy Bender is connected to 1 scene, first appearing around scene 10.
1 scenes / 0 dialogue linesSusan is listed as Minor. A client of Virgil's at the spa. In the parsed data, Susan is connected to 1 scene, first appearing around scene 5.
1 scenes / 0 dialogue linesVirgil Anderson sits in a valley listening to the sounds of nature as the sun sets.
Virgil AndersonAmy Tremont drives while on the phone, getting lost and pulling over.
Amy TremontAmy watches Virgil ice skating on a pond from her car.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy checks into the spa and requests a massage.
Amy Tremont, CarolineAmy waits for her massage and hears Virgil finishing with a client.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, SusanVirgil gives Amy a massage, and they share an emotional moment.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy chases Virgil after his shift to talk to him.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Carl KiplingVirgil returns home and talks with his sister Jennie.
Virgil Anderson, Jennie AndersonAmy tries to simulate blindness, then Virgil visits her.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy walk through town, discussing their perspectives.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Nancy BenderVirgil and Amy take shelter from the rain and share an intimate moment.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontJennie leaves Virgil and Amy after a tense moment; Virgil and Amy share a moment of awkwardness.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Jennie AndersonAmy and Virgil have dinner at the spa and dance.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy calls her assistant to get information on an eye surgeon.
Amy TremontAmy tells Virgil about the potential eye surgery; Virgil reacts negatively.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, CarolineVirgil vents his frustration in the locker room.
Virgil AndersonAmy confronts Jennie about Virgil's refusal to see the doctor.
Amy Tremont, Jennie AndersonAmy apologizes to Virgil; they discuss his life as a blind man.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy share a quiet evening on the porch.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy share an intimate moment in bed.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy wakes up to see Virgil and Jennie arguing.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Jennie AndersonVirgil tells Amy he wants to see the doctor.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy and Virgil travel to Manhattan.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontDr. Aaron examines Virgil and discusses the surgery.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Dr. Richard AaronVirgil and Amy arrive at her loft.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Ethan ColvinAmy gives Virgil a tour of her loft.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy and Virgil watch a movie.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy dance on the subway.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil undergoes surgery.
Virgil Anderson, Dr. Richard AaronAmy and Jennie wait for news.
Amy Tremont, Jennie AndersonVirgil's bandages are removed.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Jennie Anderson, Dr. Richard AaronVirgil discovers his own reflection.
Virgil AndersonJennie and Amy discuss the future.
Amy Tremont, Jennie AndersonVirgil struggles with the stairs.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Ethan ColvinAmy shows Virgil the decorated apartment.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil arrives at Amy's apartment, which is decorated for him, and they share an intimate moment.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy discuss his fears and her sculpture work during a rainy night.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy works on architectural designs and rushes out for an appointment.
Amy Tremont, Duncan Roswell, Betsy ErnstAmy helps Virgil navigate the campus.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy and Virgil walk past a classroom for blind children.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy meet with Dr. Webster to discuss Virgil's visual agnosia.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Ray WebsterVirgil and Amy leave the office and discuss his need to do this on his own.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontDr. Aaron gives a lecture about Virgil's progress.
Dr. Richard AaronVirgil struggles to navigate the city streets.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil examines a toy cab at a street vendor.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil tries to identify a dog.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil struggles to scan a tree.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil struggles to read a sign.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAaron concludes his lecture.
Virgil Anderson, Dr. Richard AaronVirgil is confronted by reporters.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil's father sees him on the news.
Virgil AndersonVirgil and Amy have a tense dinner.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontDuncan and Amy discuss her work and Virgil.
Amy Tremont, Duncan RoswellVirgil and Ethan play with kitchen utensils.
Virgil Anderson, Ethan ColvinJennie takes Virgil to see their father.
Virgil Anderson, Jennie AndersonAmy returns home.
Amy TremontVirgil and Amy prepare for the party.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontThe party for Duncan's birthday.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Duncan Roswell, Betsy ErnstAmy leaves for Atlanta.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontAmy presents her designs.
Amy Tremont, Duncan RoswellVirgil observes people.
Virgil AndersonVirgil visits Webster's lab.
Virgil Anderson, Ray WebsterAmy and Duncan arrive in Atlanta.
Amy Tremont, Duncan RoswellWebster finishes his class.
Ray WebsterVirgil and Webster talk.
Virgil Anderson, Ray WebsterAmy and Duncan dance and kiss.
Amy Tremont, Duncan RoswellAmy realizes her mistake.
Amy Tremont, Duncan RoswellAmy returns home.
Amy TremontAmy finds a note from Virgil.
Amy TremontAmy finds Virgil on the roof.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy reconcile on the roof, discussing Virgil's experience with sight and his feelings of inadequacy.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontDr. Aaron presents Virgil's progress to an audience.
Virgil Anderson, Dr. Richard AaronVirgil tours the gym and practices using his sight.
Virgil AndersonVirgil exits the building and navigates the street.
Virgil AndersonVirgil answers questions from the audience about his experience.
Virgil Anderson, Amy Tremont, Dr. Richard Aaron, Ray WebsterVirgil visits Amy's office and sees her work for the first time.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy look out over New York City.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy share an intimate moment in the shower.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil and Amy part ways for the day.
Virgil Anderson, Amy TremontVirgil struggles with his vision while working.
Virgil AndersonTo be whole. For just one month. For just one day or one minute. For one goddamned half a second. And not just to be able to run, or ride a bike, or drive a car. But for once not to have a bruise from bumping into something or to stand in a room and have to ask "is anyone here" and here that dead silence, knowing someone is there. Not to have food on my sweater, or have to put my finger in my glass to know when it's full. I just want to be whole. I went to see my father the other day.
There have been a few cases of restored vision in adulthood to a patient blind since birth. The operation is delicate, I'll admit - but nothing as invasive as what you went through as a child. Of course there is always some risks with any operation - infection, swelling - long shot stuff. I would do both eyes at the same time - it's basically out patient surgery.
Yes you do and Virgil doesn't. He spent the first eight years of his life having his eyes prodded, pierced and poked by doctors, faith healers, spiritualists, shamans and medicine men. My father had them lined up out the door. It hurt and disappointed us all and it almost killed him. He doesn't need to go through that again. Now - maybe you understand.
Virgil - look - you have to learn to see - just like you learned to speak. Only this is not like learning a new language - it's like learning language for the first time. Perception - sight - life, is about experience - about reaching out and exploring the world for yourself. It's not enough to just see Virgil -- we've got to look as well.
Duncan - I know the additions to the mall will cost more.. look, I can't do this on the phone - I'll be in tomorrow.. yes, I remembered they're putting the fixtures in the lobby - I'll get there as well - I'm just asking for one more day.
She put me in touch with a Dr. Richard Aaron - the guy's the leading eye surgeon on the eastern seaboard - he's been working with techniques - I don't know all the jargon - but I spoke to him earlier on the phone at the Institute...
I prefer to think of it as not winning. I thought you would have been long gone after that outburst from my evil twin brother. We've had him committed you know. Rikers Island - hard time. Can I get you something - - Coke - beer?
Now, you've every right to be upset. Maybe you didn't have the blood vessels to supply enough oxygen to the retinas. - Possibly some trauma - there are so many variables...(beat) to be honest, I don't know. I wish to God I did.
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