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Michael, a workaholic family man, discovers a magical universal remote that can control time. As he indulges its powers, he fast-forwards through life’s precious moments, only to wake up years later with regret. A near-death experience leads him to a fresh start. Ultimately, he learns to cherish the present and rebuilds his bond with family.

85 Save the Cat fit score 58% analysis confidence / 48 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

72%

Establishes Michael’s chaotic morning with kids and juggling remotes, symbolizing his life imbalance.

We thought you were sleeping, daddy!
2

Theme Stated

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 5% target

66%

Child’s question about finishing the treehouse hints at life priorities over work.

Do you think you'll have time to finish building the treehouse ever?
3

Set-Up

Scenes 1-5 / Page 1 / 10% target

60%

Introduces Michael’s family, work demands, and cancellation of his vacation project.

4

Catalyst

Scene 8 / 12% target

75%

Michael discovers the mysterious ‘Beyond’ remote that claims to control his universe.

You wanted a universal remote. That remote controls your universe.
5

Debate

Scene 9 / 20% target

70%

He experiments with its power but wrestles with the consequences of skipping time.

I’m baffled right now. I can rule the world with this thing if I wanted to! Ha! Ha!...
6

Break into Two

Scene 13 / 25% target

68%

Michael uses the remote to pause time and insult his boss, fully embracing its power.

Mr. Ammer, off my case, gorilla face.
7

B Story

Scene 15 / 30% target

65%

Therapy session with Donna highlights the emotional B story of their marriage.

And I feel like Michael's making no effort to connect with me at all.
8

Fun and Games

Scene 16 / 40% target

71%

Michael fast-forwards through family time, realizing how much he’s missed.

I missed the whole Dragon Tales era?
9

Midpoint

Scene 23 / 50% target

74%

He wakes up nine years later, obese and successful, marking a false victory with dire cost.

Oh my g-d! I'm a fat guy!
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 28 / 65% target

66%

Confrontation with Donna and Bill shows personal life in ruins due to his choices.

You did this to yourself, Michael.
11

All Is Lost

Scene 36 / 75% target

73%

Michael suffers a heart attack; Morty declares he lived his chosen life, signaling rock bottom.

You lived the life you chose, big shot.
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 38 / 80% target

69%

In ICU, family arrives to say goodbye, highlighting his regret and isolation.

Hey, you’re up! How you feeling?
13

Break into Three

Scene 43 / 85% target

72%

Michael wakes young again in the store, realizing he has a chance to make things right.

I’m back in the store!
14

Finale

Scene 47 / 95% target

68%

He reclaims the remote, confronts Morty, and learns to use time wisely to restore his life.

What are you doing here?
15

Final Image

Scene 48 / 99% target

75%

Building the jungle gym with his father and family symbolizes his new appreciation for the present.

It’s really me, kiddo.