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PADDINGTON 2 script analysis

PADDINGTON 2 script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Paddington adjusts to life in London, finds a special gift for Aunt Lucy, then is wrongfully accused of theft and must clear his name. Alongside family and new friends, he navigates prison and a thrilling chase to restore justice. Ultimately, he proves his innocence and returns home celebrated.

75 Save the Cat fit score 34% analysis confidence / 112 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

42%

We open on Lucy and Pastuzo in Peru watching over baby Paddington, establishing his origins and longing for London.

Our last rainy season.
2

Theme Stated

Scene 26 / 5% target

50%

Paddington recalls Aunt Lucy’s advice: if you’re kind and polite, the world will be right, stating the film’s theme of kindness.

But Aunt Lucy said if you’re kind and polite, the world will be right.
3

Set-Up

Scenes 2-5 / 10% target

40%

We see Paddington settling into Windsor Gardens, his daily routines, and the Brown family dynamics.

4

Catalyst

Scene 15 / 12% target

45%

Paddington searches for a meaningful gift for Aunt Lucy at Gruber’s, sparking his quest.

He recently had a surprise at work.
5

Debate

Scenes 17-18 / 20% target

38%

Unsure how to pay for the pop-up book, Paddington debates getting a job and then starts in the barber’s shop.

6

Break into Two

Scene 18 / 25% target

45%

Paddington commits to earning money, marking his entry into Act Two.

That’s ten out of ten, Mr Barnes!
7

B Story

Scenes 9-11 / 30% target

36%

The Browns’ kids and family subplot begin, showing Judy’s newspaper and Jonathan’s steam-engine interest.

She found an old printing press at school and is starting a newspaper. With no boys.
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 23-29 / 40% target

40%

Montage of Paddington’s various window-cleaning jobs and successes, the lighthearted heart of Act Two.

9

Midpoint

Scenes 30-31 / 50% target

50%

High point turns dark as Paddington witnesses and fails to stop the pop-up book robbery.

10

Bad Guys Close In

Scenes 32-40 / 65% target

42%

Paddington’s pursuit of the thief intensifies across multiple chase scenes through London.

11

All Is Lost

Scene 41 / 75% target

47%

Paddington is arrested for the theft, his worst moment when hope seems lost.

12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 48 / 80% target

44%

In his cell, Paddington writes to Aunt Lucy, doubting he’ll ever be free.

13

Break into Three

Scene 76 / 85% target

39%

Visiting Day reinvigorates the Browns’ resolve to clear Paddington’s name, transitioning to Act Three.

14

Finale

Scenes 78-108 / 95% target

48%

A climactic chase aboard the steam fair train culminates in Phoenix’s defeat and the book’s recovery.

Mr Brown! Quickly! He’s on board!
15

Final Image

Scene 111 / 99% target

40%

Back in Windsor Gardens, Paddington is celebrated by the neighborhood, completing his journey.

Happy birthday, Aunt Lucy.