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EXTRACTION script analysis

EXTRACTION script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Harry Turner’s quiet life is upended when his retired-analyst father Leonard is abducted, propelling him into a globe-trotting rescue mission. Alongside operative Vilma, Harry navigates betrayals and deadly mercenaries, ultimately confronting his father and the very agency he trusted. The story explores themes of family loyalty, survival, and the cost of espionage.

70 Save the Cat fit score 30% analysis confidence / 37 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

50%

Dawn hunt in scene 1 visually establishes Harry’s bond with his father and sets a familial tone.

Long as they move together as one unit, you can’t get a clear shot in there - Wait...
2

Theme Stated

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 5% target

60%

Harry questions the morality of killing “the ones that stay behind,” hinting at the film’s exploration of loyalty and consequence.

Why do we always kill the ones that, like, stay behind?
3

Set-Up

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

40%

Scenes 1–3 introduce Leonard and Harry’s relationship, the traumatic home invasion, and establish Harry’s motivation.

Harry, call 911! ...Go!
4

Catalyst

Scene 8 / Page 3 / 12% target

70%

Leonard’s abduction at the Sigma compound is the inciting incident that propels Harry into action.

You, you are coming with us.
5

Debate

Scene 10 / Page 4 / 20% target

65%

Harry argues to join the extraction team, wrestling with agency protocols versus personal stakes.

I am being detained here, snatched in the midst of formulating intel! My father...
6

Break into Two

Scene 11 / Page 4 / 25% target

60%

Harry’s escape from CIA custody marks his entry into a dangerous, self-directed mission.

7

B Story

Scene 12 / Page 5 / 30% target

50%

Harry meets Vilma, introducing the partnership and emotional subplot that will develop alongside the main rescue.

And it’s just you in here, Vilma?
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 13-16 / Pages 5-7 / 40% target

55%

A series of infiltration and combat scenes showcase Harry’s skills and build the thrill of the rescue mission.

9

Midpoint

Scene 16 / Page 7 / 50% target

60%

Harry successfully saves Vilma, a false victory that ups the emotional stakes.

Wait, it’s okay! I’m with the Company! Look... Not an intruder.
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scenes 27-30 / Pages 9-10 / 65% target

45%

HQ surveillance intensifies and Marku eyes Harry and Vilma, tightening the noose as they approach the club.

Time, Vilma. We only have a humble amount. I need to stash the gun in your car, then...
11

All Is Lost

Scene 31 / Page 11 / 75% target

65%

Harry is wounded and overhears Vilma’s dire situation, marking his lowest point.

where -- this -- behind Victory Blvd. I don’t -- please -- another prison shack -- no --
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 32 / Page 11 / 80% target

50%

In the phone booth, Harry hesitates over calling for backup, reflecting on his failure and isolation.

13

Break into Three

Scene 33 / Page 12 / 85% target

55%

Harry decides to storm the compound solo, committing to a final rescue attempt.

14

Finale

Scenes 33-36 / Pages 12-14 / 95% target

50%

Harry’s infiltration, Vilma’s rescue, and confrontation with Leonard culminate in action and emotional catharsis.

15

Final Image

Scene 37 / Page 14 / 99% target

60%

Robertson’s betrayal echoes the opening’s family trust theme, ending on a note of agency duplicity.

You did good, kid, you did good.