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Logan script analysis

Logan script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Logan, a weary mutant, is drawn out of his rut when a woman and a young girl seek his help to escape sinister forces. He reluctantly assumes a protective role, embarking on a perilous journey that tests his endurance and forces him to confront loss and legacy. After suffering devastating setbacks, he finds a renewed purpose in guiding the next generation of mutants to safety.

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

80%

Introduces Logan’s brutal, isolated existence as he fends off attackers at night.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 5 / Page 2 / 5% target

70%

Charles’s line “They’re all bad days” hints at the film’s theme of enduring hardship and seeking meaning.

They're all bad days.
3

Set-Up

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

80%

Establishes Logan’s life as a limo driver and caretaker for Charles, and introduces the mutating world.

4

Catalyst

Scene 3 / Page 3 / 12% target

90%

A stranger pleads for Logan’s help, thrusting him into a new conflict.

Please. I'm in trouble. You're the only one who can help.
5

Debate

Scenes 4-7 / Pages 3-5 / 20% target

80%

Logan wrestles with the morality and danger of getting involved while caring for Charles.

6

Break into Two

Scene 14 / Page 7 / 25% target

90%

Logan officially agrees to help Gabriela and Laura, leaving his old life behind.

Not available. Call a cab.
7

B Story

Scene 15 / Page 7 / 30% target

80%

Laura’s introduction deepens Logan’s surrogate‐family dynamic, anchoring the emotional B story.

I'm a nurse. Was. In Mexico City.
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 27-31 / Pages 13-15 / 40% target

80%

The road journey showcases mutant lore, Logan’s tough love with the kids, and light conflicts.

They thought we were too poor and stupid to understand. We are poor, but we are not stupid....
9

Midpoint

Scene 36 / Page 17 / 50% target

90%

A psionic attack paralyzes everyone, raising the stakes and forcing Logan into action.

Sir? Are the keys in it?
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 43 / Page 19 / 65% target

80%

Reavers and Pierce recover and pursue the trio as they flee in the truck.

11

All Is Lost

Scene 62 / Page 25 / 75% target

90%

Logan finds Charles dying and the farmhouse in ruin—his surrogate family destroyed.

12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 66 / Page 26 / 80% target

80%

Logan buries Charles alone, overwhelmed by loss and questioning his purpose.

13

Break into Three

Scene 70 / Page 27 / 85% target

80%

At Eden, Logan connects with mutant children and resolves to protect their future.

14

Finale

Scenes 78-79 / Pages 29-30 / 95% target

90%

Logan leads a ferocious defense against Reavers and confronts Pierce and X-24 in a climactic battle.

15

Final Image

Scene 80 / Page 30 / 99% target

90%

The children bury Logan and carry on his legacy, closing the emotional loop.

A man has to be what he is, Joey. You can't break the mould. There's no living with...