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FROZEN script analysis

FROZEN script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Three college friends bribe their way onto a ski lift for a final run, only to be stranded overnight when the lift shuts down. After one friend’s gruesome accident and a wolf attack, the remaining two struggle to survive in freezing conditions. One sacrifices himself fetching help while the other endures until rescue arrives.

70 Save the Cat fit score 42% analysis confidence / 95 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

50%

A wide shot of Mount Holliston establishes the isolated, snowy setting.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 3 / Page 1 / 5% target

45%

The friends debate risk and trust, hinting that friendship and loyalty will be tested.

Are you sure about this?
3

Set-Up

Scenes 2-7 / Pages 1-3 / 10% target

50%

Introduces Dan, Lynch, Parker, their dynamic, and their goal of cheap thrills on the chair lift.

4

Catalyst

Scene 18 / Page 3 / 12% target

55%

The lift operator confirms the last skiers have passed and shuts the lift down, stranding them.

Cool. Last three just hit. I'm clear.
5

Debate

Scenes 19-21 / Pages 3-4 / 20% target

50%

The group panics in the cold and debates what the worst way to die would be.

What do you think the worst way to die would be?
6

Break into Two

Scenes 26-27 / Page 5 / 25% target

45%

A beam of light from a Snow Cat briefly offers hope, moving them from playful into survival mode.

7

B Story

Scene 8 / Page 2 / 30% target

40%

Lynch’s interaction with Shannon (Parker) hints at a deeper connection beyond the group’s antics.

Why do I have to wear a helmet?
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 9-10 / Pages 2-3 / 40% target

50%

The friends enjoy skiing and lodge camaraderie, showcasing their bond and fun.

Are you kidding? We are totally doing this every weekend.
9

Midpoint

Scene 41 / Page 8 / 50% target

60%

Dan’s legs are shattered in a fall, a life-or-death crisis that ups the stakes dramatically.

It's bad. It's really fucking bad. SOMEONE HELP US! PLEASE!
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 55 / Page 11 / 65% target

55%

Wolves howl and approach, turning natural threat into imminent danger.

That sounded like a fucking wolf.
11

All Is Lost

Scene 66 / Page 12 / 75% target

60%

Parker screams after witnessing Dan’s death, representing apparent total loss.

12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 67 / Page 12 / 80% target

55%

Parker and Lynch sit in silence, questioning choices and facing despair.

Why did you let him jump?
13

Break into Three

Scene 77 / Page 15 / 85% target

50%

Lynch successfully reaches the next chair, deciding on a final push to get help.

OK....let's try this again.
14

Finale

Scene 82 / Page 16 / 95% target

55%

Lynch fights off wolves and skis away to get help, putting plan into action.

Parker, I'm gonna go get help! Don't move and I'll be back as fast as I can!
15

Final Image

Scene 95 / Page 19 / 99% target

50%

Parker is safe in a car en route to the hospital, mirroring the opening isolation now resolved.

You're gonna be OK, baby.