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HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE script analysis

HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Harry reunites with Dumbledore to recruit Slughorn while uncovering Horcrux secrets. As dark forces close in, Harry navigates school life, friendships, and betrayal. Dumbledore’s death propels him toward his ultimate mission. The film ends with resolve and unity among his friends.

75 Save the Cat fit score 47% analysis confidence / 97 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

58%

Introduces Harry and Dumbledore amid political turmoil.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 13 / Page 5 / 5% target

52%

Dumbledore’s remark on love’s irresistible power hints at the theme.

I once knew a Muggle girl from Liverpool with hair like spun silk. No light could resist it......
3

Set-Up

Scenes 3-5 / Pages 2-4 / 10% target

50%

Death Eaters attack and family loyalties are tested, establishing stakes.

4

Catalyst

Scene 10 / Page 5 / 12% target

60%

The Unbreakable Vow binds Snape to protect Draco, escalating danger.

I’ve nowhere else to turn, Severus.
5

Debate

Scene 23 / Page 7 / 20% target

48%

Friends discuss threats at Hogwarts, questioning their readiness.

6

Break into Two

Scene 33 / Page 9 / 25% target

53%

Arrival at Hogwarts marks the transition to school-based adventure.

7

B Story

Scene 22 / Page 7 / 30% target

50%

The Burrow reunion underscores the supportive friendship and budding romance.

8

Fun and Games

Scene 42 / Page 11 / 40% target

55%

Potions class and Felix Felicis sequence deliver magical thrills.

9

Midpoint

Scene 43 / Page 12 / 50% target

62%

Viewing Riddle’s memory reveals Horcruxes, raising the mission’s importance.

One tiny vial of liquid luck... to the student who, in the hour that remains, manages to brew...
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 60 / Page 18 / 65% target

54%

Snape’s vow scene reminds us how close betrayal and danger loom.

I swore to protect you. I made the Unbreakable Vow --
11

All Is Lost

Scene 93 / Page 25 / 75% target

58%

Dumbledore’s death shatters Harry’s world and hope.

Fight! Fight back, you coward!
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 95 / Page 26 / 80% target

53%

Harry mourns in Dumbledore’s office, grappling with loss and purpose.

You should know... Professor Dumbledore... You meant a great deal to him.
13

Break into Three

Scene 96 / Page 27 / 85% target

50%

Friends resolve to continue Dumbledore’s work and face the future.

No. He was lowering his wand. In the end, it was Snape. It was always Snape. And I...
14

Finale

Scene 97 / Page 28 / 95% target

51%

Harry and Hermione plan ahead, setting up the next phase of their quest.

15

Final Image

Scene 97 / Page 28 / 99% target

49%

Closing on the grounds with hopeful but determined students.