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BRUCE ALMIGHTY script analysis

BRUCE ALMIGHTY script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Bruce Nolan, a frustrated TV reporter, is humiliated on air and challenges God, only to be granted divine powers. He revels in his new abilities, transforming his life and relationship, but soon realizes his selfish uses have consequences. After losing Grace and hitting rock bottom, he finds a way to make amends and uses his powers for good in a final, world-changing broadcast.

90 Save the Cat fit score 68% analysis confidence / 64 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

72%

Introduces Bruce’s anxious on-camera persona and comic struggles at the bakery.

Oh, God, no! The hair's wrong. This is a bad sign.
2

Theme Stated

Scene 14 / 5% target

65%

Bruce and Grace argue about God’s role in his life, hinting at themes of faith and responsibility.

Thank God you're alright.
3

Set-Up

Scenes 2-6 / 10% target

70%

Establishes Bruce’s career frustrations, relationship with Grace, and newsroom environment.

4

Catalyst

Scene 7 / 12% target

75%

Bruce suffers a public breakdown on air after losing the anchor job.

It's good to see what someone with real talent can accomplish when great opportunities are given to him...
5

Debate

Scenes 15-16 / 20% target

68%

Bruce angrily challenges God for a sign, debating whether life is fair.

Smite me oh mighty smiter! What, no pestilence no boils? Come on, you got me on the ropes,...
6

Break into Two

Scenes 21-22 / 25% target

80%

Bruce meets the Janitor and then God, officially entering the ‘new world’ of divine powers.

7

B Story

Scene 28 / 30% target

55%

Grace and Debbie’s shopping scene underscores Bruce’s evolving relationship stakes.

8

Fun and Games

Scenes 24-41 / 40% target

73%

Bruce explores his powers in comedic set-pieces, from driving miracles to romantic moon manipulation.

9

Midpoint

Scene 31 / 50% target

66%

Bruce shares an intimate moment with Grace, confident and playful, marking the emotional ‘win’ of Act Two.

You can call me Bruce.
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scenes 47-50 / 65% target

70%

Bruce’s powers escalate sensational news stunts, causing unintended chaos and straining personal bonds.

11

All Is Lost

Scene 60 / 75% target

75%

At the mansion party, Grace confronts Bruce, and their relationship appears irreparably broken.

Would you take you back?
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 62 / 80% target

78%

Grace leaves with the kids; Bruce is alone and powerless despite his abilities.

Grace, please. None of this seems right without you. Is that a glimmer of hope I see?
13

Break into Three

Scene 63 / 85% target

72%

Bruce uses his powers selflessly to stop car thieves, signaling his change of heart.

Thou shalt not steal. Car, show them the way out.
14

Finale

Scene 64 / 95% target

70%

Bruce prepares for his big anchor debut, poised to use his powers responsibly for the greater good.

Oh, there you are. Your big debut. How you feeling?
15

Final Image

Scene 64 / 99% target

65%

Bruce on air as the world witnesses miracles, reflecting his transformed character.