1984
Five high school students from different social cliques are forced into Saturday detention, supervised by the strict Vice Principal Vernon. Initially hostile, they gradually break down stereotypes by sharing personal stories, insecurities, and the reasons for their detention, realizing their commonalities. As they bond, unexpected friendships and romantic interests emerge, including a makeover for Allison and a kiss between Claire and Bender. Brian writes a collective essay explaining they are more than their labels, and the students depart with new connections, symbolized by Claire giving Bender her diamond earring.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Five high-school students from different cliques spend a Saturday in detention together and gradually discover they have more in common than they thought.
Open full beat sheetJohn Bender is listed as The Criminal. A rebellious, cynical, and aggressive student with a troubled home life. In the parsed data, John Bender is connected to 26 scenes, 10 dialogue lines, 10 text mentions, first appearing around scene 8.
26 scenes / 10 dialogue linesBrian Johnson is listed as The Brain. A studious, nervous nerd who is part of the math, Latin, and physics clubs. In the parsed data, Brian Johnson is connected to 24 scenes, 12 dialogue lines, 12 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
24 scenes / 12 dialogue linesClaire Standish is listed as The Princess. A popular, wealthy, and snobbish student. In the parsed data, Claire Standish is connected to 22 scenes, 14 dialogue lines, 14 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
22 scenes / 14 dialogue linesAndrew Clark is listed as The Athlete. A varsity wrestler who feels immense pressure from his father to be a winner. In the parsed data, Andrew Clark is connected to 22 scenes, 6 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 4.
22 scenes / 6 dialogue linesAllison Reynolds is listed as The Basket Case. A quiet, eccentric, and withdrawn student who is a compulsive liar. In the parsed data, Allison Reynolds is connected to 21 scenes, 13 dialogue lines, 13 text mentions, first appearing around scene 17.
21 scenes / 13 dialogue linesRichard Vernon is listed as Teacher/Administrator. The authoritarian and disrespectful vice principal in charge of detention. In the parsed data, Richard Vernon is connected to 16 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 6.
16 scenes / 3 dialogue linesCarl is listed as Janitor. The school janitor who observes the students and staff. In the parsed data, Carl is connected to 2 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 29.
2 scenes / 3 dialogue linesBrian narrates a letter to Mr. Vernon while scenes of the school are shown.
Brian JohnsonClaire is dropped off at school by her father.
Claire StandishBrian is dropped off at school by his mother and sister.
Brian JohnsonAndrew is dropped off at school by his father.
Andrew ClarkBender and Allison arrive at the school.
John Bender, Allison ReynoldsThe students gather in the library and meet Mr. Vernon.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison Reynolds, Richard VernonVernon expresses his frustration with the students.
Richard VernonThe students argue and Bender antagonizes the group.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison ReynoldsVernon gets a drink and poses in the mirror.
Richard VernonBender removes a screw from the door.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John BenderVernon listens to the students through the door.
Richard VernonVernon confronts the students about the door and gives Bender more detention.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison Reynolds, Richard VernonVernon checks on the sleeping students.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison Reynolds, Richard VernonThe students pass time and discuss their home lives.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison ReynoldsVernon leaves his office at 11:30.
Richard VernonThe students whistle as Vernon enters to supervise lunch.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison Reynolds, Richard VernonAndrew and Allison discuss why they are in detention.
Andrew Clark, Allison ReynoldsBender, Claire, and Brian discuss virginity and personal lives.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, John BenderThe group eats lunch and shares stories about their families.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison ReynoldsVernon spills coffee in his office.
Richard VernonThe students roam the halls and Bender retrieves his marijuana.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison ReynoldsVernon catches Bender in the gym.
John Bender, Richard VernonVernon returns with Bender and removes him from detention.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison Reynolds, Richard VernonVernon threatens Bender in a closet.
John Bender, Richard VernonBender crawls through the duct and falls.
John BenderBender falls into the bathroom.
John Bender, Richard VernonBender returns to the library.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison Reynolds, Richard VernonThe students discuss their personal lives, fake IDs, and home situations while Allison reveals she stole Brian's wallet.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison ReynoldsVernon and Carl discuss the changing nature of students and Vernon's fears about the future.
Richard Vernon, CarlThe students play a game of truth, revealing deep insecurities and personal secrets.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison ReynoldsThe students dance to music.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison ReynoldsBender crawls through the heating duct.
John BenderThe group discusses the essay and Claire gives Allison a makeover.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, Allison ReynoldsClaire enters the closet to see Bender.
Claire Standish, John BenderBrian works on the essay while Allison reveals her new look.
Brian Johnson, Andrew Clark, Allison ReynoldsClaire and Bender share a moment in the closet.
Claire Standish, John BenderAndrew compliments Allison's new look.
Brian Johnson, Andrew Clark, Allison ReynoldsThe group encounters Carl as they leave.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison Reynolds, CarlThe students depart and Claire gives Bender an earring.
Brian Johnson, Claire Standish, Andrew Clark, John Bender, Allison ReynoldsVernon reads the essay.
Richard VernonBender walks across the field and strikes a pose.
John BenderDear Mr. Vernon, we accept the fact that we had to sacrifice a whole Saturday in detention for whatever it was we did wrong. But we think you're crazy to make an essay telling you who we think we are. You see us as you want to see us... In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions.
I dunno, I'd probably go live with my brother. I mean, I don't think either one of them gives a shit about me...it's like they use me just to get back at each other.
Do you believe this? Huh? It's about the size of a cigar...Do I stutter? You see, this is what you get in my house when you spill paint in the garage.
And the bizarre thing is, is that I did it for my old man...I tortured this poor kid, because I wanted him to think that I was cool.
I'll give you the first punch, let's go! Come on, right here, just take the first shot! Please, I'm begging you, take a shot!
I got a carton of cigarettes. The old man grabbed me and said "Hey! Smoke up Johnny!"
You know you really do look a lot better without all that black shit on your eyes...
Well, it's kinda a waste for all of us to write our paper, don't you think?
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