1992
Andrew Beckett, a brilliant lawyer, is diagnosed with AIDS and subsequently fired from his prestigious law firm, Wyant Wheeler Hellerman Tetlow and Brown, under false pretenses. Andrew hires Joe Miller, a homophobic personal injury lawyer, to represent him in a wrongful termination lawsuit against his former firm. As the trial progresses, Joe confronts his own prejudices while Andrew's health deteriorates, forcing them to fight against discrimination and the firm's attempts to discredit Andrew. Despite Andrew's declining health and the defense's aggressive tactics, Joe successfully argues that Andrew was fired due to his illness and sexuality, leading the jury to rule in Andrew's favor. Andrew dies shortly after the verdict, and a wake is held at his loft, where Joe and Andrew's loved ones celebrate his life and legacy.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Andrew Beckett, a promising lawyer diagnosed with AIDS, is wrongfully terminated and teams up with small-town attorney Joe Miller to sue his former firm.
Open full beat sheetAndrew Beckett is listed as Protagonist / Lawyer. A brilliant, ambitious lawyer diagnosed with AIDS. In the parsed data, Andrew Beckett is connected to 36 scenes, 16 dialogue lines, 19 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
36 scenes / 16 dialogue linesJoe Miller is listed as Protagonist / Lawyer. A personal injury lawyer who takes Andrew's case. In the parsed data, Joe Miller is connected to 27 scenes, 10 dialogue lines, 10 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
27 scenes / 10 dialogue linesMiguel Alvarez is listed as Andrew's partner. Andrew's long-term partner and caregiver. In the parsed data, Miguel Alvarez is connected to 17 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 10.
17 scenes / 2 dialogue linesCharles Wheeler is listed as Antagonist / Managing Partner. Senior partner at Wyant Wheeler Hellerman Tetlow and Brown. In the parsed data, Charles Wheeler is connected to 15 scenes, 5 dialogue lines, 5 text mentions, first appearing around scene 7.
15 scenes / 5 dialogue linesWalter Kenton is listed as Partner. Partner at Wyant Wheeler, hostile toward Andrew. In the parsed data, Walter Kenton is connected to 12 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 35.
12 scenes / 2 dialogue linesBob Seidman is listed as Partner. Partner at Wyant Wheeler, mentor to Andrew. In the parsed data, Bob Seidman is connected to 12 scenes, first appearing around scene 6.
12 scenes / 0 dialogue linesBelinda Conine is listed as Defense Attorney. Lead litigator for Wyant Wheeler. In the parsed data, Belinda Conine is connected to 11 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 41.
11 scenes / 2 dialogue linesSarah Beckett is listed as Andrew's mother. Supportive suburban mother. In the parsed data, Sarah Beckett is connected to 10 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 5.
10 scenes / 1 dialogue linesJudge Lucas Garnett is listed as Judge. Presiding judge in the wrongful termination trial. In the parsed data, Judge Lucas Garnett is connected to 9 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 48.
9 scenes / 1 dialogue linesAnthea Burton is listed as Paralegal. Black paralegal at Wyant Wheeler. In the parsed data, Anthea Burton is connected to 5 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 32.
5 scenes / 1 dialogue linesJamey Collins is listed as Law Clerk. First-year associate at Wyant Wheeler. In the parsed data, Jamey Collins is connected to 4 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 35.
4 scenes / 1 dialogue linesJudge Eunice Tate is listed as Judge. Presiding judge in the Rockwell case. In the parsed data, Judge Eunice Tate is connected to 3 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 1.
3 scenes / 1 dialogue linesLisa Miller is listed as Joe's wife. Joe's supportive wife. In the parsed data, Lisa Miller is connected to 3 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 16.
3 scenes / 1 dialogue linesAndrew and Joe argue a case before Judge Tate while Jamey delivers a document.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Judge Eunice Tate, Jamey CollinsAndrew and Joe share an elevator and continue working.
Andrew Beckett, Joe MillerAndrew receives treatment while reading a legal brief.
Andrew Beckett, Anthea BurtonAndrew arrives at his firm and interacts with colleagues.
Andrew Beckett, Anthea BurtonAndrew participates in a conference call while talking to his mother.
Andrew Beckett, Sarah BeckettAndrew works late and is approached by partners.
Andrew Beckett, Charles Wheeler, Walter Kenton, Bob SeidmanAndrew is assigned a new case by the partners.
Andrew Beckett, Charles Wheeler, Walter Kenton, Bob SeidmanAndrew's friends help him cover his lesions.
Andrew BeckettAndrew is at the hospital with Miguel.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel AlvarezAndrew prepares to leave the hospital against Miguel's wishes to go to his office.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel AlvarezAndrew arrives at his office to find a missing file, with help from Rachel and Seidman.
Andrew Beckett, Bob Seidman, Jamey Collins, Anthea BurtonLisa gives birth to a baby girl.
Lisa Miller, Joe MillerAndrew meets with Joe Miller to request representation for his wrongful termination suit.
Andrew Beckett, Joe MillerFlashback to the meeting where Andrew is fired by the partners.
Andrew Beckett, Charles Wheeler, Walter Kenton, Bob SeidmanJoe gets an AIDS test after meeting Andrew.
Joe MillerJoe and Lisa discuss Joe's prejudice against homosexuals while Joe cares for their baby.
Joe Miller, Lisa MillerJoe leaves the deli two weeks later.
Joe MillerJoe and Andrew encounter each other at the library and discuss Andrew's case.
Andrew Beckett, Joe MillerJoe serves Charles Wheeler with a summons at a basketball game.
Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Walter Kenton, Bob SeidmanWheeler and his partners discuss the lawsuit and their strategy.
Charles Wheeler, Walter Kenton, Bob SeidmanJoe discusses the case with his colleagues and prepares for the pre-trial.
Joe MillerAndrew practices healing affirmations.
Andrew BeckettAndrew and Miguel discuss their hope for a cure.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel AlvarezPre-trial settlement conference.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Judge Eunice Tate, Walter Kenton, Belinda ConineAndrew visits his parents' home for their anniversary.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel AlvarezAndrew films his family anniversary celebration with a video camera.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel Alvarez, Sarah BeckettThe Beckett family discusses the upcoming trial and Andrew's condition.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel Alvarez, Sarah BeckettOpening statements for the wrongful termination trial.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Judge Eunice Tate, Walter Kenton, Bob SeidmanWitness testimony from Mr. Laird.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Bob Seidman, Judge Lucas GarnettProtesters clash outside the courthouse.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Miguel Alvarez, Sarah BeckettJoe watches news coverage of the trial and confronts a patron.
Joe MillerMaria Torres and Anthea Burton testify.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Anthea Burton, Walter Kenton, Bob SeidmanJoe has an uncomfortable encounter with a law student.
Joe MillerJoe questions Jamey Collins and addresses the court's bias.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Jamey Collins, Walter Kenton, Bob SeidmanJurors discuss gay friends in the restroom.
Jamey Collins, Walter KentonJoe cross-examines Kenton about his time in the Navy.
Joe Miller, Walter Kenton, Belinda Conine, Judge Lucas GarnettMiguel prepares Andrew's IV treatment.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel AlvarezAndrew and Miguel argue about the treatment and Andrew's health.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel AlvarezA costume party at Andrew's apartment.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Miguel Alvarez, Lisa MillerJoe and Andrew review notes after the party.
Andrew Beckett, Joe MillerAndrew testifies on the stand.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Miguel Alvarez, Sarah Beckett, Belinda ConineBelinda cross-examines Andrew about his past, his knowledge of AIDS, and his concealment of his sexuality.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Miguel Alvarez, Sarah Beckett, Belinda ConineJoe conducts a re-direct, having Andrew show his lesions to the jury.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Miguel Alvarez, Bob Seidman, Sarah BeckettBob Seidman confronts Wheeler about the missing file, but is dismissed.
Charles Wheeler, Walter Kenton, Bob Seidman, Belinda ConineCharles Wheeler testifies, painting Andrew as a failure.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Belinda Conine, Judge Lucas GarnettMedical staff work to stabilize Andrew after his collapse.
Andrew Beckett, Miguel AlvarezThe jury deliberates on the case.
The jury delivers the verdict.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Charles Wheeler, Miguel Alvarez, Anthea Burton, Sarah BeckettJoe visits Andrew in the hospital to celebrate the victory.
Andrew Beckett, Joe Miller, Miguel Alvarez, Sarah BeckettA wake is held for Andrew.
Miguel Alvarez, Sarah BeckettYour Honor, since Rockwell Corp. began construction, the surrounding residential neighborhood has been enshrouded in a cloud of foul-smelling, germ-carrying, pestilent dust.
Kronos Incorporated is represented by Wyant Wheeler Hellerman Tetlow and Brown. Or, more specifically, senior associate Andrew Beckett.
Your Honor, I submit there were no complaints until Counselor began knocking on doors, drumming up business.
We stuck his head in the latrine, after ten of us had used it.
I said my earrings are American. They're African-American.
When? Approximately what year did this event take place?
C'mon, Mr. Collins. Are you homosexual? You know, gay?
One of the partners spotted a lesion on my forehead.
SlugDB turns parsed screenplays into scene, character, dialogue, trivia, semantic search, Save the Cat, and API-ready analysis.
Use SlugDB when you need screenplay API data, movie dialogue search, character evidence, scene context, or MCP tools without building a scraper first.