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TEARS OF THE SUN script analysis

TEARS OF THE SUN script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

A diverse group of workers and a missionary doctor endure a perilous journey down the Amazon after a mining disaster strands them in hostile territory. Tensions rise as they clash with guards, navigate rapids and tribes, and face betrayal by a mercenary leader. Sacrifice and camaraderie bind them, leading to a desperate escape and final showdown. Ultimately, they confront their antagonist and find redemption.

65 Save the Cat fit score 45% analysis confidence / 48 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

50%

Introduces Peter arriving at the gold mine and meeting Jesse, establishing their world.

You're no day laborer.
2

Theme Stated

Scene 9 / Page 9 / 5% target

40%

Otacilio warns that patience is vital for leadership, hinting at the story’s theme of sacrifice and trust.

You’re not a patient man. Patience is important in a leader.
3

Set-Up

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

45%

Shows the mine crew inspecting Peter’s hands, meeting DeDan, and discovering Dr. Holmes treating an injured local, establishing characters and stakes.

4

Catalyst

Scene 7 / Page 7 / 12% target

40%

After the tunnel collapse, the group’s leader is blamed, sparking conflict and forcing a deeper journey.

You have any idea how seriously you fucked up, Sampson?
5

Debate

Scene 9 / Page 9 / 20% target

40%

The team debates hiring Otacilio and whether they can trust him, reflecting their uncertainty.

6

Break into Two

Scene 16 / Page 16 / 25% target

45%

Captured by Santos’s men, the group is thrown into a new world of danger and must act to survive.

So where you takin’ us there boss?
7

B Story

Scene 4 / Page 4 / 30% target

50%

Introduces Dr. Allison Holmes and her compassionate role, planting the seeds of a relationship with Jesse.

8

Fun and Games

Scene 11 / Page 11 / 40% target

45%

The group navigates post-storm survival, joking about candiru fish, showcasing camaraderie amid danger.

Don’t pee in the river, okay? The Candiru are attracted to warmth.
9

Midpoint

Scene 16 / Page 16 / 50% target

50%

Their capture by Raul’s men marks a point of no return and raises the stakes dramatically.

10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 22 / Page 22 / 65% target

45%

DeDan is brutally beaten by Raul, demonstrating the guards tightening their hold and escalating threat.

11

All Is Lost

Scene 26 / Page 26 / 75% target

50%

Peter sacrifices himself to draw the search party away, leaving the group in despair.

12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 29 / Page 29 / 80% target

45%

The survivors mourn Peter’s sacrifice and question their purpose, hitting their emotional low.

You thinking about Peter?
13

Break into Three

Scene 45 / Page 45 / 85% target

50%

They break into act three by executing the speedboat escape plan, taking decisive action.

14

Finale

Scene 46 / Page 46 / 95% target

50%

Jesse destroys the helicopter and kills Santos, resolving the external conflict.

Alright! This is gonna be tricky! Listen up!
15

Final Image

Scene 48 / Page 48 / 99% target

45%

Allison confronts Jesse about his behavior, showing how relationships have transformed.

You gave him your watch.